Bike commuting question?

Question

is a bmx bike good for commuting? if not what type of bike is good?

Answer 1

BMX suck for riding any distance. 1 gear, 1 speed SLOW. You can't sit for c**p. If you need to ride over a mile get a hybrid or MTB.

Answer 2

It would be OK for shorter commutes, like 1 or 2 miles. A co-worker rode one that distance and had no problems. Get a larger bike for longer rides so you will have a comfortable saddle height.

Answer 3

Any bike can be good for commuting if it fits you.  I started on a Walmart brand mt bike because it is all I could afford.  From the money I saved by not driving, I moved up to a hybrid (trek 7000).  They both went the same speed (go to the bike shop and put slick tires on the mt bike to go faster ...about $30), but the hybrid is more comfortable and has more options.  Don't forget to get your fenders if you intend to commute on wet roads.

Answer 4

Of course not. What is good? Almost any full size bike where you can sit a pedal. many people use MTBs, road bikes or hybrids. No one uses BMX to commute (except a kid who lives a short distance from school etc.)

Answer 5

A bmx bike can be used for commuting if that's all you have to work with.  Commuting bikes normally have middle weight tires, a luggage rack, yes fenders, and a removable luggage bag.  Tools and knowhow for changing a flat tire, ..yes it does happen!  Where will you store it at work?  How are you going to keep some low-life from deciding to steal it?  Always always wear a helmet and follow the normal traffic rules especialy stop at all red lights and don't go against traffic!  Sometimes a bike commuter is faster than the cars.  Pays for it self and you get physically fit at the same time.  Be Alert!