Originally Posted by Islander

Hahahaha Thought it was a funny title considering the following.

I'm struggling with the purchase of a new commuter bike. I have narrowed it down to two brand new bikes. The Giant seek 1 , a 2012 model. Flat black. looks sweet. $650.

Or the Cannondale Bad Boy 9, again sick looking with the flat black paint job. this is a 2014 at $750.

My problem is that not only is each bike awesome in their own way, I just can't decide between buying the older but still new Giant with probably better components or the newer Cannondale that is a level lower in that regard.

Any advice would be absolutely helpful.

I should say that this investment is for commuting 30 Km's round trip daily. On paved roadways and mostly paved bike trails.

Thank you in advance.