Cruiser for college

[tomkarches]

Originally Posted by napalm

I think the 24" you mentioned is a nice ride but would suggest seriously considering a 29". I ride my 36er into university every day here in Oz and it is great for covering the 8.5kms to campus but is a little unwieldy for crowded courtyards and walkways.

I ride my Bedford 29er daily on the NCSU campus during my work commute. It's a great compromise between maneuverability and speed where there is lots of foot traffic. I normally ride with 125 mm cranks as campus is hilly, but with 102mm cranks on the flat, longer rides are easy. I can go almost as fast on my 29er with 102mm as my 36 with 125mm cranks.

I used to ride my 24 on campus but much prefer the 29er.

It also fits on the bus just fine.

As for space, hang it from the ceiling.

--tom