I wanted to get a bike to ride to university because my car guzzles gas and parking cost a lot. The distance is about 5-6 miles. I’m not sure which bike is best option or if I should keep looking?
by Ersix-
I wanted to get a bike to ride to university because my car guzzles gas and parking cost a lot. The distance is about 5-6 miles. I’m not sure which bike is best option or if I should keep looking?
by Ersix-
4 Comments
The Dual Sport is an all-purpose bike, good as an urban commuter.
Edit: The Trek has a flat handlebar for a more upright stance, while the Specialized bikes both have drop handlebars. The Trek may also have rack mounts.
The trek will be way more comfortable and fit for purpose. If you want a drop bar commuter then find a specialized Allez or any gravel bike.
A large frame will not fit people 5’6″ to 6’1″. More like 5’10 to 6’1″.
Dual Sport. Offer $300 and see if they bite, but the list price seems fair if it’s in good condition.
It will be the most comfortable, have the widest tire clearance for future tire swaps, and disc brakes are a clear upgrade over rim for all-weather commuting. It’ll also fit a rack and fenders more easily than the others if you want.
The Secteur is overpriced. The TriCross isn’t fit for purpose (will be an uncomfortable position for a newer cyclist), and is an aluminium frame so that doesn’t inspire confidence in the truthfulness of the listing…
Beware of sizing. Look up size charts from the brands because the sizing mentioned by the sellers sounds wrong. For most brands, ≤5’6 will fit a small, 5’6-5’10ish a medium, and >5’10 a large. If you’re on a threshold between 2 sizes, going smaller is typically safer.