Sharkcatcher01 Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 What bikes are you guys commuting on? Reason I am asking is I use the MTB so I can transition between pavement/road/dirt, but ideally the road bike would make more sense speed wise, just slightly worried about cars.
Lurch the stalker Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 What bikes are you guys commuting on?I ride my hardtail Silverback Sola 3 (I actually bought it mainly for commuting). On the very rare occassion I'll take the dual suspension MTB, and on even more rare occasions, I'll take the road bike.
Sharkcatcher01 Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 I ride my hardtail Silverback Sola 3 (I actually bought it mainly for commuting). On the very rare occassion I'll take the dual suspension MTB, and on even more rare occasions, I'll take the road bike. This could be a good reason to build a hardtail then. which would actually make more sense than the dual suspension.
Lurch the stalker Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 This could be a good reason to build a hardtail then. which would actually make more sense than the dual suspension. We all need another bike in our lives... Go build it. We're waiting for pictures...
Long Wheel Base Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 What bikes are you guys commuting on? Reason I am asking is I use the MTB so I can transition between pavement/road/dirt, but ideally the road bike would make more sense speed wise, just slightly worried about cars. I use an old 26inch GT hardtail with lights and reflection tape all over. BUT just this week I have had to start using my 29er as the GT needs a lot of new parts and financially it just makes more sense to use the 29er that's gathering dust. So once I got a few spare zar I will breath life into the GT again, love that bike.
Long Wheel Base Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 This could be a good reason to build a hardtail then. which would actually make more sense than the dual suspension. rigid SS is the way to go. Much less maintenance and reliable. Tubeless tyres preferably. Decent lights front and rear(I don't skimp on my commuter but on my road bikes I use much dimmer smaller lights as usually I am riding with mates in a group). As I am not worried about weight I got plenty spares and tools with me. My commuter doesn't look sleek and fast at all but I don't care as I don't want to be left on the side of the road before work, in the dark, on my own.
Lurch the stalker Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 rigid SS is the way to go. I've been thinking about SS myself.
Long Wheel Base Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 I've been thinking about SS myself.I am scared to ask if you actually mean Single Speed or something else.
Lurch the stalker Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 I am scared to ask if you actually mean Single Speed or something else.We only speak cycling here... (I meant Single Speed )
Flemish Lion Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 2008 alu 26 Giant XTC 9-speed. This bike has taken a lot of abuse... And the below On the very rare occasion I'll take the dual suspension MTB, and on even more rare occasions, I'll take the road bike. SS... I prefer the comfort of gears... 350 m climbing to work is hard enough with gears especially after a hard training ride (Engen) before my commute.
Bateleur1 Posted January 4, 2018 Author Posted January 4, 2018 Prefer the road bike, but when the weather is not favourable (wet conditions) I take the mountain bike or in good weather I feel like riding on some back roads through the forests I also take a mountain bike. I am with Flemish Lion wrt gears. I often meet with other commuters and then we are a group of 3 to 4 who commute together which normally turns out to be a sufferfest for an hour to or from work.
Lurch the stalker Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 I am with Flemish Lion wrt gears.I'm just selling myself reasons why I need another bike...
Long Wheel Base Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 I'm just selling myself reasons why I need another bike... One reason should be good enough but in my case I need to provide a few more(and valid ones. Worn tyres isn't good enough) to the wife. If I am not mistaken, you don't have that issue? You only need to get approval from 50 cats.
cat-i Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 What bikes are you guys commuting on? Usually my 26er hardtail Giant XTC, but it needs maintenance, so currently the 26er Giant Trance. Have an old Giant Sedona 26er rigid at home - hopefully will take it to the office before the end of this month (it needs a bike-shop visit too) My commute takes me over pavements and sometimes through parts of the spruit (or at least Delta Park) so I prefer something with fatter tyres.
Bateleur1 Posted January 4, 2018 Author Posted January 4, 2018 I'm just selling myself reasons why I need another bike... I am currently taking tips from guys who commute through winter here. So I might be getting a new bike for the next winter. Still contemplating. A third bike or maybe save up for a new road bike in future.
Long Wheel Base Posted January 4, 2018 Posted January 4, 2018 I don't think I would be keen to commute on my road bike. When I am on the road, I normally ride as far left as I can which is usually in the dirt. Road bike won't cope with that. But I also try use pavements and dirt paths next to the road as far as possible. I also use commuting as training so the heavier MTB is better for me.
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