Originally Posted by
mi77915
.....I am looking for a good hybrid that I can take off paved surfaces, not mountain biking, just dirt roads..........My plan for this bike is to take up only about 10% - 15% of my riding time, the remainder will be on my road bike. At this point, I have not ridden either of these (3) bikes, but hope to soon. Any suggestions/comments?
I'll clarify my original post: One of my intended routes that I intend to ride is approx 19 miles loop with a 1.5-2 miles of unpaved surfaces (dirt roads). I have tried this loop with my road bike, but I am uncomfortable taking this bike down this road. My plan is to get a second bike to use while riding this loop.
The remainder of my riding will be on different routes that are near my home (all paved surfaces). That is why I mentioned that this new bike will only be used about 10 - 15% of the time.
After reading all your suggestions/comments, I am leaning toward the Cannondale or the Trek. I plan on riding each of them this weekend!!!
Thank you all for your input !!!!!!
