Originally Posted by
Jim from Boston
Same here in Metro Boston.The carbon fiber bike is such a joy a ride that it is a further motivation to cycle-commute besides all the other benefits, so I ride it as often as possible.
I don't ride my carbon fiber bike in rain or ride it to work with a threat of rain; I use my beater mountain bike instead. I can safely leave the CF at work, and take a train home. The CF was also not used at all from December to mid-April, just to avoid salt, even on dry roads
My carbon bike is actually a fatbike so it tends to see the worst conditions of any of my bikes. My other commuter is a Ti cross bike and I base the decision on which one I ride simply on my mood rather than weather.
It is weird for me because I was always skeptical of carbon until I gave in and actually bought one and since have been more than surprised with its durability in nasty conditions. With that being said, I have no interest in seeing how it handles other bikes smashing into it in a well used public bike rack.