I'm just across the lake from you. I don't like MTBs. My primary commuter is essentially a cyclocross front end mated to a touring bike back end. I run Nokian Hakkapeliitta W106 tires in 35mm, under 45mm fenders. Three winters on this rig and I still can't see any reason to change it.
since starting this thread im searching out a road frame that has canti mounts, will accept larger tires and fenders plus a rear rack. derailleurs freeze up right? im cool with single speed, even fixed gear actually. i dunno about IGH, never owned one.
Originally Posted by
cyclokitty
I lived in high school during high school and the traffic has only gotten busier in 20 years. Have you gone to
www.bikely.com to search for
routes from Ajax to Scarborough? Also, next week is Bike Month in Toronto and the city gives away free maps of the city with all of the bike lanes, MUPs, park roads, and quieter routes marked on it. You will be able to pick one up from libraries, bike shops
and the Scarborough Civic Centre (next door to the Scarborough Town Centre) later in the month.
As well, the TTC buses have bike racks on the front on nearly of their routes. There's no cost to use them and you can use them at any time of day (unlike trying to bring a bike onto a bus or train during rush hours). Depending on your schedule and crazy road conditions, hoping on the bus might let you escape Ellesmere Rd or Kennedy or Nielson.
i'll check that out. yea sheppard from hwy2 to warden is just ridiculous, specifically in the markham rd area.
Originally Posted by
TonyS
... to me?
you wouldnt want my passat. im a mechanic at an audi/vw dealership - there are two types of 'mechanic owned' cars. this is the kinda you dont want, the 'just good enough to operate and not kill anyone' kind. still gets 1000kms to a tank tho