08-01-2019, 10:15 AM
Hello. I want to try commuting to work with bicycle (30-40min bike ride), but there's a hole in the plan - I don't have a bicycle yet! I have not biked much in the recent years due to work and other free time hobbies (incl. family), but I would not call myself unfit.
What is a good entry level bicycle (up to 300$) for a 6'1" guy? The commute is pretty flat, but couple gears would be great in case I'm late or want to relax to the max - better to get hub gears or traditional derailleurs? There's no need for rear racks of other bag holders because I have a compact "business backpack". I intend to use the bikey only for the commuting purpose ... no need for suspension I suppose, right? I have seen those urban bikes with sporty look and no extras ... feels like I'm moving towards a conclusion by writing this text
What is a good entry level bicycle (up to 300$) for a 6'1" guy? The commute is pretty flat, but couple gears would be great in case I'm late or want to relax to the max - better to get hub gears or traditional derailleurs? There's no need for rear racks of other bag holders because I have a compact "business backpack". I intend to use the bikey only for the commuting purpose ... no need for suspension I suppose, right? I have seen those urban bikes with sporty look and no extras ... feels like I'm moving towards a conclusion by writing this text
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