Thread: Is a carbon road bike overkill for commuting(vs aluminum)?
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Old 08-03-20, 05:39 AM
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Originally Posted by zlsanders
I'm looking at getting a new road bike for a 11 mile commute each way and can't decide on whether to get a carbon or aluminum Trek domane 5. I'm looking to put panniers on the back to carry my laptop bag(for the sl i'd get a rack from trek that connects to the axle), about 10 pounds. I'm about 300lbs and the isospeed on the rear seams nice. I've only ridden similar bikes(cause everything is out of stock). Do you think the carbon will be worth it? I do have a secure place to leave it

If you are 300 lbs, I would NOT get a carbon bike. Even if you were 150lbs, I would still recommend an aluminum bike for commuting. Carbon is great but can be fragile in some situations.

And honestly, the different between a 18 lb bike and a 20 lb bike is meaningless in this situation.
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