| Re: Road, touring or cross bike?
My view is that if you are getting a bike mainly for fitness rides up
to 60 miles then a road frame will be the best way to go. Touring
frames are geat for touring but you will probably find them
unresponsive on single day rides. To me a cross frame has no purpose
other than puttering around town- for which they are great. But if you
want to do 50-60 mile rides you will want a lightweight responsive
frame.
As to brands -- there are so many good ones that you should find one
that fits and hits your price point. At $1000 you can get a good bike
with decent components but certainly not near top of the line. I
suggest finding a reputable LBS and going with what they carry so that
you can have good follow on service.
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