Originally Posted by
cyccommute
First, no matter what the hybrid, they are pretty much useless for off-road riding.* I'm a believer in having a bike that serves the purpose and not trying to get one that will 'do it all'.
*Mostly personal opinion but mountain bike really do work better for off-road riding. I've been mountain biking since Methuselah was a pup and wouldn't think of using anything but a mountain bike off-pavement. Right tool - right job.
+1000.....I had a really nice hybrid years ago. They totally suck offroad. I have a Trek 8000 now (mtb), no comparison!
With the numbers you are posting, be sure to get fitted cause your numbers are whack!
I ride a 19.5 mtb and a 58 roadie with a 32 inseam. Long tosrso so I am 6'1. But from your 18 inch mtb to a 50 cm roadie, is way off!
How tall is the poster?