Originally Posted by
Ira B
Kind of my thoughts as well.
Have an old Marin frame in my size and most everything it would take to whip it together cheap. May not even bother with double chainrings and/or front derailleur. Maybe paint any chrome parts so they don't just rust sitting out on the rain every day, which half the year around here really is every day.
Any one else have a similar commute? If so what was your bike solution?
Strip it! Powdercoat it! Rustproof it! Place a new Tiagra triple chain ring and cassette on it, along with two new Tiagra derailleurs. Then assemble the remainder of the bike with your working spare components. Get a new seat, grips, and tires.