Originally Posted by
emwinzy
I tried out a Marin Kentfield CS1 earlier today and it felt like a good, sturdy bike but it was the first one I tried.
I'd never heard of it before, but that looks like a very nice commuter! Keep trying them out until you find one you fall in love with. Keep in mind - eventually you'll want room for fenders and a rear rack, so make sure the ones you look at will have room. Welcome to the board!