Originally Posted by
DP Roberts
After this evening's reading, I think what I really want would be considered a utility, commuter, Urban, or something like that.
I suggest, that while searching for your "Holy Grail" bike, that you buy a used (but in decent shape) late 80's or early 90's, steel, rigid fork MTB. I see them in CL for <$100 all the time. Look for Treks and Specialized brands. I find these bikes a real bargain and almost bomb proof.
When you finally find your "Holy Grail", then this bike will make a great "Oh, ****!"/back-up/bad weather bike.
' never hurts to have a reliable back-up bike, IMO.
Good luck and have fun hunting your bike!
Edit: Nevermind. I didn't read the part that you already have a an old MTB.