Originally Posted by
koolerb
College, limited space, I'd vote for the folder. But, let her pick. If you pick the wrong one she'll never ride it.
Yes, let her choose! She'll ride it more if it's one she likes.
As for lights, stay away from a hub generator. Or fancy wheels of any kind... the only things I've EVER had stolen on my commuter bikes are wheels, and bolt on vs QR doesn't make much difference there. Stick with a rack on the bike even if she doesn't use it much, because then she can bungy-strap something bulky on when she needs to.