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Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: SF Bay Area, East bay
Posts: 7,784
Bikes: Miyata 618 GT, Marinoni, Kestral 200 2002 Trek 5200, KHS Flite, Koga Miyata, Schwinn Spitfire 5, Mondia Special, Univega Alpina, Miyata team Ti, Santa Cruz Highball
I had a similar commute. Ended up with a touring style bike. Rolled a lot better and climbed hills nicely. Flats are a problem when you have a time schedule so a more flat resistant tire is almost mandatory. If I was still a commuter I think I'd be looking at the gravel bikes they have now. Always, enjoy the ride.