Hello all,

I'm looking to purchase a bike that will allow me to commute 10 miles a day (5 miles each way) to work. The route will be on standard city streets with typical traffic, debris, and pot holes. However, I'd also like to use the bike on bike paths in local parks (some are paved, some are just dirt trails) and maybe even try some off road biking.

Problem is, it looks like I need a bike that will do 3 different types of jobs. Would a mountain bike cover all of these requirements, or would I be better suited with something else?


Thank you for any guidance,

-Mike