Joined: Dec 2011
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From: Fort Worth, Texas
Bikes: 2000 Bianchi Veloce, '88 Schwinn Prologue, '90 Bianchi Volpe,'94 Yokota Grizzly Peak, Yokota Enterprise, '16 Diamondback Haanjo, '91 Bianchi Boardwalk, Ellsworth cruiser
An 80's road bike would work nicely and be affordable. I'd suggest a model that can accept some wider tires with a bit of grip to them. At least 700x28, 32's being better. Something with clearance for fenders would be useful if you plan on riding in bad weather. This would mean staying away from a pure racing machine and looking at road bikes made for touring or recreational use.