I have a 1990 Trek 850 Antelope 21-speed with which I replaced the knobby tires with ones that are relatively smooth for road cycling but still have a great tread for off-road rides. The 850 is generally a mountain bike, I've ridden thousands of miles, kept it in good condition. On extra long rides like the Trek Across Maine, I've been asked by fellow cyclists with road and racing bikes why the @#$% I was riding the trek on a mountain bike. The answer lies in that I'm able to ride through wet weather and over potholes, bridge decks, railroad crossings, etc. without mishap. While I might not be able to go as fast as some other people, at least I have the bike and the energy reserves to get where I'm going.
Last edited by powerhouse; 08-17-05 at 04:04 AM.