Originally Posted by
SPECELIZEDRIDER
I realized quickly it is not about speed as much as pacing yourself, getting into a comfortable cadence and just enjoy the Pandora radio and ride.
That's very true..Commuting does not have to be a "pseudo TDF race". I am also a big fan of using mountain bikes for commuting ,although mine are singlespeed with rigid fork and street tires...no problem riding long distance with a MTB.