Originally Posted by
no1mad
My $0.02:
1. Your requirement for "thin wheels"? It isn't the width of the tire that works against you (especially for a ~2 mile trip), but the amount of tread on the tires. Smooth, wide(r) tires lend themselves to an urban commute rather nicely
Well I've only used two bikes in my life: a ~$130 department store (Magna) mountain bike and an
even cheaper looking, ancient bike that made noises whenever I pedaled (unsure of the brand, was in Japan). Despite this, the later was so much easier to ride. It had thinner wheels so I figured that was the reason.
So are you saying that if the mountain bike had smooth wheels, but the same thickness, it would fare just as well as the other?
I'd like a bike for reasons other than commuting. I'd like to explore the area without having to take the bus. Plus, it would make it easier to transport items.