Originally Posted by
st0ut
One thing to consider is taht Holland is FLAT florida flat with a moderate climate. thihese bikes are fine for 10km flat but nothing more.
The 8 speed hub are fine for all but the steepest of hills. I ride one every day.
Originally Posted by
Shinyville
The Breezer bikes other people are mentioning are nice, too, but the Breezer concept of "upright" isn't nearly so upright as the Dutch bike designs. I've beat my Breezer into the ground commuting on it over the last three years, and I'm planning to keep it, repair/upgrade some components, and turn it into my winter commuting bike. The Breezers are built on 26 inch wheels, and they are much more "nimble" in terms of handling, cornering, etc. So I'm thinking spiked tires and commuting on snow-packed/icy streets w/the Breezer.
I "Dutchified" my Breezer. It's really great.
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