What kind of bike do i need? NEWBIE HERE
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What kind of bike do i need? NEWBIE HERE
just decided to commute to work on a bike, little did i know alot has changed with bikes since the last time i rode one (15 yrs ago) 28yrs old now, and WOW, these things are a little more expensive than i remember, But heres the deal, Going to be Commuting, On the Road, SAN ANTONIO, so not to many hills approximatley 6-8 Mile Round trip. ANy ideas?
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There is a "Commuting" sub-forum that has a lot of good advice. If you read through the posts in "Commuting" over the past few weeks, you will get some good ideas.
If your commute is just four miles each way, with no hills, reliability is far more important than getting the "fastest", or the "lightest" bike. Many commuters like to be able to carry their briefcase, computer, and a clean set of clothes. So, long chainstays and fittings for a rear rack are essential.
Although it does not rain a lot in San Antonio, you don't want to show up a work with your clothes streaked with mud from the roads. A bike designed for fenders will keep your work clothing clean.
If you look at the Trek website, you will see several models designed for commuting. They come with the fenders, rack, and lights already installed. But, you can buy a much cheaper hybrid bike, and install your own gear for several hundred dollars less.
If your commute is just four miles each way, with no hills, reliability is far more important than getting the "fastest", or the "lightest" bike. Many commuters like to be able to carry their briefcase, computer, and a clean set of clothes. So, long chainstays and fittings for a rear rack are essential.
Although it does not rain a lot in San Antonio, you don't want to show up a work with your clothes streaked with mud from the roads. A bike designed for fenders will keep your work clothing clean.
If you look at the Trek website, you will see several models designed for commuting. They come with the fenders, rack, and lights already installed. But, you can buy a much cheaper hybrid bike, and install your own gear for several hundred dollars less.
