Originally Posted by
Reynolds
My arbitrary personal requisites for a today's road bike:
Drop bars, lower than saddle
700c tires, 25 max.
Derailleur gears, double front min 50, closely spaced back 27 max.
Rim brakes, single or double pivot (e. g. non cantilever).
Clipless pedals.
Quick releases.
No suspension.
No lights, fenders, racks, mirrors, reflectors...
I'm confused.. I sometimes ride before the sun comes up.. on a road bike.. should I not be? It would be hard to see without lights....