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Old 07-22-2008, 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by sd300td View Post

I regularly ride my old cannondale (1997 F700) mtb to work (8 miles one-way). Not sure about the streets in Seattle, but San Diego's are a mess. You'll want something light and nimble for sure, so go for bona fide road bike or mtb with some good city tires. I also own a Lemond road bike, steel, 700x28s, light and fast. But the mtb is more comfortable for commuting. Actually, come to think of it, my benz is the most comfortable commuter I own. heh.
I know what you mean. I ride my Specialized MB to work and leave the old Peugeot road bike for "serious riding" days. The Specialized is a more comfortable commuter and lets me cut through the park, hop curbs, etc... I like the old Peugeot, too, though -- it's got loads of character.
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