Thread: Using a touring bike for commuting- need help with selection
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Old 09-01-11 | 05:36 PM
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SlimRider
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Bikes: Raleigh Grand Prix, Giant Innova, Nishiki Sebring, Trek 7.5FX

I belong to a Touring Club. The most forgiving bikes for long trips are the Trek 620's and 520's, IMHO. The Surly LHT is right up there too!

However, my favorite of all times is a Soma Saga that's got Shimano Deore Derailleurs, Shimano 8 speed V-Brifters, with 700cc Weinmann wheels, and 700 X 32 Panaracer Crosstowns. Rides like a Dream.....

There's a Casseroller in the group too who swears by Salsa!

PS.

Commuting on a Trek 620 is like driving a Bentley to High School.
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