Originally Posted by
BarracksSi
My idea of a great all-weather commuter would be a singlespeed with drop bars and disc brakes. That combination is just about impossible to find off-the-shelf, though; I'd settle for only a front disc since I haven't heard of a disc-compatible singlespeed hub.
Lots of SS MTB's out there. Would be easy to swap the riser for a trekking bar,or build up a frame with a drop bar. Surly makes a SS disc hub that's available at any shop that carries QBP stuff. Several other companies as well.
mwu: I'd say go with the MTB if you also want to do trail work. Rain is not a big deal for drivetrains to deal with. Salt is the big killer.