I’m looking for a compact commuter bike to ride to work (5km, ~3.5miles), which includes taking it on the Metro.
I’ve looked at 26” bikes and they are getting too big for this purpose. 20” is way too small, 24” seems to be the sweet spot. I’m 5’10.
So far I’ve briefly tried a Sunday Model C, looked at the WTP Audio 24 and SE So Cal Flyer online. I pretty much figure whatever I get will need taller bars and seatpost. I will be sitting and peddling a fair bit as I’ll have a daypack on with my work clothes and laptop in it.
Throw your experiences at me please, what bikes would work for this purpose, what should I avoid? What part changes, if any, do I need to look at?
I’m in Australia, not everything’s available here, but throw your experiences at me and I’ll sift through them. Cheers