Originally Posted by Giant Doofus

Okay, I'm sold on keeping the old bike. I'll have some minimal work done to make it ridable, plus add a rack so that I can use it as a backup if needed. I might start using it for my weekend recreational rides so it doesn't get jealous of the commuter. I actually like the appearance of the old bike better. I think it has something to do with the slender steel tubes vs. the fat aluminum ones on the newer bike. Thanks all!