I am thinking of buying replaceing my current commuter as it is close to dying. I am wanting some advice from fellow commuters about what to go for. Here are some facts:
Are they a good bet? What else could I be looking at.
I have been put off modern aluminium frame/ carbon forks because I was told you have to be quite keen on cleaning them because of the british weather. Is this true?
- I commute 10 miles a day round trip
- I will occasianal do 40 mile weekend ride
- Commute in all weathers
- I am lazy with bike maintenance so I am thinking of getting 531 frame instead of a modern aluminium
- must has drops
- must have/take mud guards
- small pannier for work gear and lunch (i currently use a seat post one)
- I'm not that bothered about the age I currently have downtube shifters
Are they a good bet? What else could I be looking at.
I have been put off modern aluminium frame/ carbon forks because I was told you have to be quite keen on cleaning them because of the british weather. Is this true?