Originally Posted by
surak
Why can't you use your current bike for commuting? Is 8-12 miles roundtrip or one-way? If RT, you're probably overthinking needing a dedicated commuter bike.
Good point about the distance. It is 8 x 12 miles each way (16 to 25 per day) depending on the day, as mentioned.
I do do tend to overthink things, but my old rockhopper is a beast and it is breaking down, and I have been rigging some temporary repairs. Is it worth a new wheel set, bottom bracket, rear derailleur, shifters, etc?