What Bike Is Best For Commuting? | Cycling Weekly 

Cycling is such a rabbit hole. I bought a giant excape. Became extremely accustom to the speed, then bought a road bike haha. I love it

A cheap decathlon road bike with a good set of continental 4 Seasons tyres on it. That's the best, because it will do everything you need it to do, it's cheap, robust and with the tyres safe in almost any weather conditions. Also because it's a cheaper bike it's less likely to be a target of bike theft. Buy a fancy bike and chain it up in a big city and you are likely to never see it again.

Old steel MTB plus mudguards and (semi)slick tyres are great too !

I wanted this video 2 years ago when I was getting into biking as an adult. I learned gravel bike for commute and weekend warrior fits perfectly, unless you want to get multiples which is what I ended up with. Still happy !!

My trek 920 has served me well for past 2 years. Disc brakes, Drop bars, racks front and back, 4 bottle cage holders, 29inch wheels and loads more. Seriously worth checking out if your looking for something to carry luggage and kids, as you do.

there are few more parameters to consider. the community you are living in 1. theft rate: a. fast openning b. built in lights or removed one c. gear visibility (prevent curiosity) so mybe nexus or so d. pnnier or back pack e. parking places - have/not have

I've used a hybrid for commuting for the last few years, but now that the pandemic has killed my commute, I'm going on a lot more 30-50 mile jaunts and have been looking to upgrade.I'll likely keep my studded tires on the hybrid for winter biking (snow and ice are the norm here for six months of the year) and add either a gravel or road bike for the warmer weather.

@1:06 - Narrator says "...a host of benefits, the most notable of which being able to sit in a comfortable and upright position." Proceeds to show cyclist in racing mode.

I live in San Francisco and commute by bike I have a single 39 tooth up front and 11:46 on the rear. I also upgraded everything to XT brakes shifters, derailleur. Since I essentially built this KHS commuter I went ahead and also upgraded my wheelset to the Hunt gravel set and also 700c x 40 tubeless tires it makes commuting so much smoother and easier.

I've just bought a Gravel Bike for my commute. Approx 12 miles of tarmac, woodland trail and cycletrack.... perfect

I use a hardtail mountain bike to commute because I love to go off road when I can. My commute to work is only 5km one way so I'm not in a big rush. I like to take my time and enjoy the ride.

Dutch bike 7 speed on a 10 miles each way commute. So comfortable and nice to ride.

Just purchased the Trek Verve 3 and absolutely love it for my daily commute here in california. Perfect bike.

I bought a Fuji Shiloette, in 1991 single speed 700c coaster brake, flat bars. works wonderfull as a commuter bike. no cables, I added blinky lights for visibility. did replace crank, original broke.

Consider single speed bike because: Low maintenance, Cheaper, Makes legs stronger

Can't believe you had a video on commuting by bike and didnt mention cycle to work schemes, if your company runs one can save you loads. Commuting by bike is all about getting to and from work with minimum hassle so I would recommend the following ....... Schwalbe Marathon plus tyres = no punchers rack and pannier = no back ache/sweaty back gates Carbon drive = no chain maintenance/oily leg, hub gear = no dirty cassette/cleaning/crap gear change after a few weeks A good set of flashing lights A good waterproof jacket Always carry a spare set of socks

I want to get back on commuting but I feel miserable in london .. and I love cycling but this city crushes my soul

Very much disagree on wider tyres being better. Thinner tyres have much less rolling resistance, so the bike will be more efficient, making the cycle easier and quicker. Most people cycle to work entirely on roads and paved paths, so negotiating gravel and cobblestones is quite low on the list of priorities. They don't need to be road-bike skinny, but I've always advised against mountain bike-width tyres for a commuting bike

"Unless you live in " Me: ಠ_ಠ

Excellent video. I currently shopping for a bike and this is a video i needed to see. Thank you for posting this.

I really don't get this fetish with the spandex pants (tights) for commutes or utility use. For one, they didn't exist until what maybe the 80s? For another, you look like a geek when you get to where you're going! I can kind of understand it for longer road rides, in cold climates, but how far is it to go get groceries or to a coffee shop? It's just one of those things I don't want, and don't need, and really don't much like either. Outside of pure exercise rides, even in the summers, I like looking normal and not like a girly alien extra on old "Star Trek".

Got a hardtail mtb, it's brilliant and I've been using it for commuting about 8 miles each way a day half city half barely lit bypasses, gonna be taking advantage of the cycle to work scheme and I'm certain and rigid gravel bike will be good for this, obviously I could go road as its mainly road I ride on when commuting but that bit every tyre width and purely looks of a gravel bike has sold me

Rigid mtb with fat-ish tyres, 2.2-2.6. Bit higher wide bar. Luggage racks. Simple n tough, takes dropping off curbs n cushions a little bit when you go over gravel etc, but simple.

Thanks for the video ! This video gave me a headache tho ngl, I’m overwhelmed. I just want a reasonably priced bike to commute around my city

If you need special attire for a bike, it isn't a commuter bike. Alu frames and disc brakes also are a pain for an every day use bike. Drum brakes are vastly superior and steel frames last up to 3 times longer than alu.

Better bike for commuting? The one I have now! Lemond 2006. Robust, reliabe, beauty, light and fast.

BMC teammachine with dura ace di2 and ceramic speed bottom brackets and oversized pully wheels That’s the best commuter bike

what about single speeds and fixie bikes? although by modern standards they are more niche they offer little hassle and little to no maintenance making them perfect for those who are willing to deal with no having gears.

Folding bike for me as city commuter. Rural, gravel.

I dislike how you streching the content, the title is "what bike is best for commuting", I honestly don't care to hear about the differences in breaks and whatever else you talk about, you could research a bigger list of bikes with a price point, I think that'd be on topic.

3:44 higher volume, lower pressure.

Bike companies wanting to sell sports bikes. Social media the same. Most city commuters in Northern Europe just need "any reliable bike" with full mud guards, rack and no more than 7 or 8 speeds. Cheap 2 hand is ideal - anything else is just "want" rather than "need"

Hello, Thank you for the ongoing support for all Cycling endeavour :), Incredibly after having to Cycle for the past 31 Years due to health, I have recently purchased a New Bike that is too small, My Bike is an E-bike a 2019 Cube Touring Hybrid Easy Entry, that I am very fond of and am very much in awe of the sublime adventure it offers. I am 5’11.5 and have a 50cm (Small Medium) and find that my arms are extended/ almost stretched to the handle bars which I have been raised with an Ergotec high charisma Stem, but my bottom is being pushed off the back of the seat and I’m unsure if a bigger bike is showing dimensions that will improve this area? Keep up the Good Work.

The best city bike is a Single Speed. 48x17, tough it out

Hey thanks for the advice, i think i'll go for roadbike for the lightweight for casual and bike to work

I convert my ladies hybrid to as close as I can get to Dutch style bike.

I use a Trek FX 7.2 to commute!

I got a full suspension with disk brakes off fb marketplace for £20 pretty much brand new still

Fixed gear all the way, scary fast and fun. What more could you want.

Save you money , I have 2 bikes both over 30 years old. They never let me down and I keep them clean and oiled 👍

I have started a new job delivering and ride anywhere between 60-90KM daily, mainly on flat but a few uphill climbs here and there. What would people recommend? I thought about the E Bike option but not sure they’d be upto that task 5 days a week any help appreciated

Great! whats de bike in 2:10 with tiagra in rear, I need know ho is this crankset. Saludos desde Argentina!

serviceability is also important

best bike for commute is the simplest one, the one you got, don't sweat too much about it

I love these kind of videos and honestly I am have real understanding why

Depends. In an urban area, a single speed is all you need.

Im trying to find videos on front suspension vs a rigged front fork for Boston riding. Commuter but versatility to get up curbs/wheelie and go fast for fitness

I swear by my hybrid, and was deeply insulted when someone asked was it battery assist. The bike weighs 22lbs where the hell would the battery go, on a frame like that. Looks nothing like one. But the workout you get trying to compete with battery assist, leaves my entire body feeling like its on fire.

Why isn’t there use a plain , simple every day use bike in the video. Thousands of those bikes, maybe millions, riding every day the Dutch roads.

That Ribble bike has a nice handlebar, what model handlebar is that????????

why do they not make cruiser bicycles with better gearing for hills?

in my country we use mountain bikes for commuting cus it's more comfortable than hybrid bikes

Y not an old school steel road bike with simple chinese components. They r really cheap n look cool but not "imma steal it" cool.

What model is that Ribble at about 28 seconds that keeps featuring?

Excellent video!

Look at the countries with a big cycling history like the Netherlands. You'll want a herenfiets or damesfiets. A bike with mudguards and a chain guard, so that you can bike in your regular clothes.

Abaut categories and confusion... I had exchanged my old Caprinae vintage MTB which I use since my childhood (unsaveably overused in the last 20+year) to a Riverside 500. Touring bike or not I was devestated. It was a good lesson for my how much I don't need comfort and speed (I can easy go up to 30 km/h and keep it the flat plane). Now I search for a "swiss knife/jack off all trade Mountain bike". Please don't rush it like I do. Ask around and try to rent first that kind bike. I really regret I give away that bike I'm using áll terrain touring. Hope it helped.

Im about to get a Kona world bike Rasta, 3 speed internal nexus, I'm gunna go tubeless thinner tires, and maybe an external hollow bb, make it lighter, it's chromoly, $350 in good shape, I could put a few hundred in it, would like mechanical disc brakes as well.

What about giant talon 2 ? We cant use it ?

The Dutch are sitting back and laughing at this video

Old mtb with fenders, done! Next.

I hate bullies. CW shame on you.

i ride my DH or DJ to work hahaha 200mm or 100mm suspension

Folding bikes for sure 😁

Recorded on my 1998 Nokia Headset.

£500.00 for a bike to cycle to work wtf I said a bike for work not a car.

Brompton... all day everyday!

Great video

"A decent bike for cycling to work will typically cost around $500" Me on my Walmart bike I bought for $120

It's 3 am and I own a bmx, what am I doing here?

The wheel size

Im more of an extreme sports young bmx urban commuter not your typical skinny tour de france person.

Triathlon bikes are best for commuting

A single speed bike is the best for commuting

What about a hardtail? Someone with experience, plz help. I moved to Munich Germany recently so..

the best bike is the one you already have

Brompton

I hate road bikes with a passion. I ride only upright. If you made me ride a road bike, I would stop entirely.

lol. none of bikes you presented is really bike for commuting. You mentioned upright sitting position? You must be kidding or never saw a bike like that. Take a look at on what bike type people commute in Netherland and then you will see real commuting bikes.

Regarding cumutting...I'll say it in three words...mudguards mudguards...MUDGUARDS...!!

A good MTB thats a great bike

a folding bike!

So no one uses MTBs...??

The background music is too loud and really anoying.

Diskbrakes cause less maintenance? XD

Hey Cycling Weekly, tell Michelle to back off Hambini.

MTB

I’m enjoying the bike so far ru-vid.comUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA My only real complaints are the brakes and the pedals. I feel like a bike designed for bigger people should have much larger pedals and more heavy duty brakes. I’ve only gotten two really good rides out of it, minimal downhill action, and the brakes feel like they’re already going out. A larger person has more momentum, so I think this wasn’t thought through very well. Also, I wear size 13-14 wide shoes. My feet cramp up on these pedals that are clearly made for smaller feet. Since I’m not a pro rider (and I don’t think many are who purchase this bike) I don’t think that the straps on the pedal are necessary at all. None of this takes away from the enjoyment I get from riding, however. I’ll just head to a bike shop to improve on a few things.

A full on aerobike made entirely from carbon fibre, what else?

No just get a cheap steel bike with pannier racks

just get a fixed-gear they're awesome!

Ok am I the only one that can't watch this due to the mic pops

The best bike for commuting is whatever gets you from A to B on time and intact. Rim brakes are sufficient. Derailleurs are for old men. Never get old.

dutch bikes are better

A car

A hybrid aluminium bike is best for commuting 😺🚵🏽‍♀️🆙. Ask me how

WASTING ANOTHER WEEKEND! HOLLA!

Great video!