Originally Posted by UnderDaHill
I could use suggestions for a good sub $1000 commutor w/ drop bars, disc brakes, decent rim set, long enough wheel base for panniers, comfortable enough to commute and do longer 50-100 mile rides with.
The two other commuters I see from my building both ride Trek 520s. One is an older model (dunno what year), but the other one is "brand new"--he bought it last week, although it's the 05 model--and cost him $1000.
Both guys say they're very comfortable bikes to ride long distances and make good commuters too. Doesn't come with the disc brakes you requested, unfortunately, but I think you might be challenged to find a sub-$1k bicycle that does.