Thread: Considering MTB for Commute - Pros/Cons
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Old 01-20-13, 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by calstar
Originally Posted by xtrajack
As a rule a MTB with slicks and a solid fork, make a good choice for a commuter.



Maybe now??

among my many bicycles, my two main commuters are both converted mt bikes with solid forks, one with 1.5 slicks, 1 with Nokian studs, both fully fendered and racked. Love the riding position, the wide gear range for when I'm carrying a load, and the general versatility.
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