Originally Posted by ronin74
...except on wet man-hole covers, wet steel grates, or wet painted lines. But I think the whole tire discussion is moot because I doubt the OP'r will be anything more than a fair-weather rider. The OP'r is not going spend a nickle over $300, not to buy rain-gear, lights or other serious commuter accessories. I hope the OP'r at least buys a decent helmet.
Uhhhhhhh
You're right that I probably won't be more than a fair-weather rider, at least right away. But I'm considering spending more. And I'll probably get the other accessories, too. And I will buy a decent helmet.
My problem is I don't know how serious of a rider I'll be and whether or not I take advantage of the nicer features of a more expensive bike, either now or in the future. While it's certainly possible I'll take up biking as a serious hobby, it's also possible I'll only use the bike for commuting. I am a gear junkie, as I think you guessed. But I'm pretty good about only buying things I actually want/need.
I appreciate your input but please don't make assumptions about me based on a few posts on an internet forum.