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Old 06-11-12, 04:28 AM
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Originally Posted by spare_wheel
buy a lighter, faster, and more aggressive bike than you think you will need. just about everyone who ends up addicted to commuting buys a first bike that is way below their ability. this means no suspension, no hiten/crap cromoloy, and no el cheapo components. imo, a good commuter will have a carbon fiber fork, disc brakes, 700 c tires, and weigh less than 24 lbs without pedals. if you think you are going to go car free i would splurge for a commuter that is less than 22 lbs.

and the most important upgrade is a new wheelset. going from 2200 g wheels to 1650 g wheels is like ****ing night and day on just about any bike.
I disagree with this....

I dont mind a clunker, it keeps me more fit. I push hard enough on my 20 odd minute commute to be a ball of sweat dripping my way up the stairs in summer, and even in winter I sweat.

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