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The plan is to invest in my fitness and have a new sporty bike for commuting. (20km a day - 100km a week)

75% outside tarmac & bike paths the 25% city.

Currently there are two bikes I have tested and liked, the bike shop unusually go to recommended the a little cheaper Merida - but it would come with battery lights.

Any recommendations from #bike nerds?

Radon regard 8.0 fe
Merida speeder 300
#bike
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Devine Lu Linvega
Devine Lu Linvega
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If it's not hilly, I'd get a single speed. Have lights that are removable and rechargeable.

My ideal commute bike has no derailer or complex parts like disk brakes.
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Devine Lu Linvega
Devine Lu Linvega
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in that case, get BMX pedals with straps, so you can pull upward on hills 😀
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Csepp 🌢
Csepp 🌢
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Straps will be problematic if you have to wear boots. You might also have trouble dismounting in an emergency.
Going single speed isn't a bad idea though, but if you later decide to get a bike trailer, you will appreciate being able to haul some more massive cargo using a derailleur. But if you want something durable, maybe go with an internal hub.
Maybe it's possible to buy a bike with a derailleur but convert it to single speed until you need the extra gears?

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