Originally Posted by
WestPablo
IMO, all commuters should have at least two bikes. You never can tell when one bike will need repair. What happens when you're already running late and you look down and discover a flat, just before your morning commute?
Most commuters have other bikes, not necessarily designated for commuting, so in a pinch can grab one of those. OTOH, commuters have to plan for or allow time for a flat repair on the road. Fixing flats at home before starting should take even less time.