Captain Slow
Well-Known Member
I used to own a Crosscurrent S and I thought it was a great bike and would suit your needs except for the weight and carrying it up two flights of stairs. I agree that would suck, and would advise against the Juiced bikes because of that.
Of the other bikes I think all of them would meet your needs. In fact at 27 years old and riding 5 days a week I'd guess that you could do a 12 mile flat ride without a motor and not need assistance at all.
You mentioned you're selling your car. If you're replacing a car then I'd think more about what will you haul on the bike and possibly a trailer to carry more. If that's the case then I'd suggest one of the more powerful motors with torque. That would help in hauling heavier loads. I've found that when I do light grocery shopping on my bike once you start buying liquids and canned goods the weight can really add up fast! Of course if you get delivery then I guess not an issue.
But since I think you might have no problem doing your commute without a motor I'd suggest thinking about your other uses for the bike and let that guide what you buy.
Of the other bikes I think all of them would meet your needs. In fact at 27 years old and riding 5 days a week I'd guess that you could do a 12 mile flat ride without a motor and not need assistance at all.
You mentioned you're selling your car. If you're replacing a car then I'd think more about what will you haul on the bike and possibly a trailer to carry more. If that's the case then I'd suggest one of the more powerful motors with torque. That would help in hauling heavier loads. I've found that when I do light grocery shopping on my bike once you start buying liquids and canned goods the weight can really add up fast! Of course if you get delivery then I guess not an issue.
But since I think you might have no problem doing your commute without a motor I'd suggest thinking about your other uses for the bike and let that guide what you buy.