Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 12,286
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
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
Another vote for a cross bike. My Soma Double Cross has 8000 miles of commuting, fitness riding and century events. Next fall I'll add another cyclocross bike to the quiver and convert the Double Cross to winter duty with studded tires, disc brakes and a Dyno hub for lighting. A cyclocross bike can be built light for faster road usage and can be easily converted to dirt road use. The bike can also support untra-light touring and winter bike usage.