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Location: Lake Geneva, WI
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Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
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Drop bar touring bike or 29er as a city winter bike in Chicago?
Next fall I will add a winter bike with 700c studded tires and fenders to my quiver of bikes. I live in Chicago which is flat, and the roads are well plowed. However, icy patches are common and I would like to ride daily regardless of conditions. I'll use Schwalbe Marathon Winters in the 700x35 size for the tires.
I've been looking at both rigid 29ers and touring frames and complete bikes. I'd rather have a 29er and use the bike on trails during the warmer months. However, many 29ers make no provision for fenders. So I have begun looking at touring bikes, which accept fenders easily, but would not be as usefull off-road.
I know Salsa has the Vaya and Fargo, but these bikes are way too costly and I would like to find something used if possible.
Any suggestions?