Originally Posted by
mstraus
I looked for disc bikes myself, and was happy to see they now go beyond just cross bikes. Some suggestions of bikes to consider based on my research:
Specialized: tricross, Secteur, Sirrus, and AWOL - all different bikes but have configurations with discs and could make good commuters
Salsa Vaya - I think the lower end Vaya may be in range
Trek Crossrip
Marin Lombard
Surly - I can't remember the name but they now have a crosscheck like bike with discs
I would add the Marin Fairfax. I'm not sure about their low-end models, but SC3 ($699?) and above have disc brakes. With your budget, I would personally consider the Fairfax SC5.
Ride Bycycles at Roosevelt and Ravenna carries Marin. I test rode an SC3 there a few months ago. It's a small shop but has very friendly and helpful staffers. I ended up not buying it, but I'd still highly recommend the shop (and the Marin bikes).
