I Tried Mountain Bike Commuting - How Does it Compare to a Road Bike?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

NEXT, my wife tries bike commuting by mountain bike! kzbin.info/www/bejne/amSmaaJsbamEmLc

[@lordplatinum2846]

I can't understand why mtb is not considered a commuter Up riding position, better grip in wet, comfort on bad roads, and much more fan

[@vikvc]

I've seen lots of people riding mtb bikes around the city where I live. I only have an XC hardtail but i don't mine riding it for communicating. What is surprising is that you 'll see more people commuting with fat tire bikes than road bikes.

[@colombianflag717]

I guess because mtb bike's are slower than hybrid bicycles or road bicycles.. I used to commute by mtb but it took me like 10 minutes longer than my hybrid bike.

[@91722854]

@@colombianflag717 yea, it climbed hilly roads better, but the tyres wore out quicker and the top speed was much lower than when i was on my road bike, though looking towards the gravel bike category these days

[@rooksfoot1184]

@donkey ass reviews and do's nice lite rig

[@james-tennis]

I guess it depends where you live and the terrain. I have friends who will travel 30 miles each way but it's all roads and streets. Also very hilly, so just can't beat a road bike for the speed. With the same effort used, a road bike will just be faster on the road I guess, letting you sleep in just a bit more :)

[@skyungjae]

I actually prefer to commute by MTB. Anytime I see stairs or anything that resembles a ramp, I just have to send it.

[@sGTI94]

And speed bumps...going at speed over them

[@calebdavenport1231]

I would love to do that as well and do trails. Do you suggest I change the tires because it might damage the thread with the pavement that it wasn’t designed for? Thanks!

[@KandiKlover]

I just ride in the dirt and through forest trails because I hate people and having to be around them.

[@glibsonoran]

@@calebdavenport1231 You can always buy semi-slick tires for your mountain bike. They have a road-type tread in the center and knobs on the outside which only engage when you're turning. They'll last about as long as a road tire when used on pavement, but they're wider than road tires so they run at a lower pressure and can float on loose and sandy soil and grip better on turns in the dirt.

[@mikemichaels4500]

@@sGTI94 My commute involves cutting through a parking lot with with a series of speed bumps.

[@samteenoise]

as a kid I always rode mtb, and after I moved into the city I found out that city bikes were not just a retro-thing from the old days, I always thought commuting with a hardtail was a no-brainer choice. Now I live in a bike-city in Germany and I'm still sticking to my mtb

[@coffeecodeweb]

Thank you for showing us the "real" Japan. All we see on TV here is the big cities, crowds, and traffic congestion.

[@theorgazoid4918]

Those paths go on forever. Would love to live somewhere like that

[@mohammedamin4598]

I live in a small city and can never enjoy a ride like that 😂

[@mourningdove8]

I live in a small city too and if I went outside with a bike I’d be hit by a car because the long roads are highways XD

[@blakea774]

I'm quite lucky in Birmingham uk my commute is 7 miles either way on the canal. Weirdly relaxing 😎

[@mourningdove8]

Blake A Im definitely moving away from my place to a place like birmingham when I grow up.

[@bagel9542]

@@mourningdove8 birmingham is a shithole

[@Ceejay688]

I like how you stay quiet when passing people lol

[@TwoWheelCruise]

😅😅😅

[@petef15]

Very polite compared to other cycling vloggers

[@GemsOutdoor]

Japanese culture 😆

[@UrbanFishing-MTB]

Lmao i like doing it because they get freak the fck out when i pass them 🤣

[@landmanland]

Never knew that those cicadas were actually that loud. I always thought that the sound was exaggerated in anime.

[@buckroger6456]

We got something just like those in Arizona and yes they are pretty loud.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

They are even louder than what you hear in the video.. This was with me doing my best to only film when they were quieter..

[@peterg3947]

we have them in new jersey

[@irbisae4964]

We have them in Europe as well. They are super loud man. It's like 7/10 ofvolume on iphone lol

[@dialohurt9247]

No man they literally scream 24/7🤣

[@codmgameplaysph8224]

Here in the Philippines, mountain bike is the most preferred bike for commuting.

[@Pallenquin]

because in philippines all road is off road

[@Zulanderr]

In the absence of road, mtb would be king

[@DinnerForkTongue]

Same in Brazil, for the same reasons. Roads here are _rough._

[@benedictypx]

In Singapore, we have a lot of riders from the Phillipines, and most of the riders are riding high end Mountain Bikes. I have never actually come across one rider who is a road cyclist 😂

[@aldrinrivas8673]

Anong klaseng mountain bike maganda brand and klase?

[@greatvedas]

Appreciate that continuous monologue detailing even minutes aspects! Very engaging video. great work mate.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Cheers :)

[@JitinMisra]

@@TwoWheelCruise do you think mountain bikes are much more comfortable for longer rides , compared to road bikes, even though less effecient ?

[@MatthewThirteenFourtyFour]

I love mountain bike commuting. It reminds me of being a kid, go wherever you want, choose a new path each ride and the bike just eats it up. Great fun.

[@chingskie4063]

I started commuting with my 26er mtb this week. I changed the tires with less aggressive knobs and it works great. Great way to save money and develope endurance

[@mikehedges5954]

I did exactly the same. Pot holes, ramps, wet leaves, rough tarmac, cobbles all on a road journey where I am. MTB gives a much smoother ride and comfortable in my opinion too. Compared to a road bike I found it gives away just 1 or 2kph in the real world commute.

[@michalk2072]

I commute on my custom build, cheap 26er MTB with rigid steel fork from Surly, on 2.35 slicks (Schwalbe Big Apple), it is fast, light and nimble and give me loads of fun!

[@marcdemichele2689]

After commuting for years, I found MTB commuting was not only more enjoyable but way safer.I can't tell you how many times I had to make a quick bunny hop onto a curb, or pull off onto the shoulder to save my A** due to poor drivers, or terrible street conditions. Bent rims, flats, and just plain breakdowns became a thing of the past once I hung up the road bike... FOR GOOD.

[@MikeBarbarossa]

Plus w mtb, you can take short cuts on dirt paths, jump curbs, negotiate rough roads, etc. Your route can be much more versatile

[@markiel55]

This is the comment I am looking. Thank you. I was actually about to purchase bike earlier but not sure which to chose from. I'd prefer safety and comfortableness over styles and speed.

[@TheJofrica]

Does riding the MTB tires on pavement wear down the tires more quickly than if you ride them on dirt?

[@mikemichaels4500]

@@TheJofrica If they have an aggressive tread it will. They do make faster rolling road tires for mountain bikes.

[@TheJofrica]

@@mikemichaels4500 I see, thanks for the info!

[@ogsyza49]

I’m 16 and just had my birthday got my first carbon fiber MTB and ride 10kimeters everyday to school and..I love it And I am subscribing to your channel now cuz your videos are somehow therapeutic??❤️

[@jeannecond3941]

Watching this ride is almost therapeutic for me.

[@oryan2235]

Most definitely

[@blakea774]

I agree

[@Nabil_Khori]

True I can sleep with this beautiful road 😻

[@petef15]

The increased braking performance and stability makes it so much more confident in traffic.

[@Jon-cw7gk]

At the start, I thought the cicadas were your freewheel. Until you stopped

[@TwoWheelCruise]

LOL I wish

[@AJ_Lucas]

Your commentary is really engaging and natural.

[@lionheartjason9659]

bro thats dope how your commute barely has any cars along your route and you really rode through some grass for one section that looks super fun man,,, i just switched from road bike to 90s mtb as has been said before in one way or another - it's not the bike which is fast it is the rider-- to each their own and lets all settle any discussions about what is faster in the streets or on the tracks and save the calculations for the scientists

[@Roollaayy]

no rubbish on the paths. looks extremely clean.

[@Sketch_Book-eo2mk]

big roollaayy Japan is beautiful

[@SmithRoweRecords]

Really useful video. I recently purchased my first bike in a long time, a MTB, in London mainly for leisure fun and leisure. But most of the points you raise here are true. Especially about new trails and slightly less worrying about punctures etc

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Great to hear!

[@TryNxtTime762]

I’m from Ms but I just moved to holland Michigan, I just bought a huffy rock creek 18 speed so I can get to and from work, you video was very informative and helped me make the right choice. It’s so nice living in a bike community!

[@ashleybaxter8790]

I also bought a Huffy Rock Creek and love that it is a lot lighter than the normal mtb at Walmart bc it's an aluminum frame too so that helps...I wish I lived in a biking community hehe!

[@jesuletus2509]

I like how you don't talk when passing through other people, it's relatable.

[@25inspector]

I used to ride road bikes back in the 1970's and 1980's and got tired of having to replace tires and true wheels. I got my first mountain bike in the late 1980's and really like them. I prefer a hardtail mountain bike...despite being slower, they are more comfortable and durable in my opinion. Also much better for pot holes and if I have to jump a curb.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Mtb is the way to go!

[@emalayhtoo3411]

No offense how old are you

[@25inspector]

@@emalayhtoo3411 Going to be 56 in September.

[@hejiranyc]

@@25inspector That's so funny... when you said "56," my initial reaction was "yikes, you're old!" Then I realized I just turned 51. LOL Time just creeps up on you, I guess.

[@25inspector]

@@hejiranyc My problem is...I still think I am 20 in my head...doing stuff I used to do back then...then paying for it in pain.

[@Pillokun]

The only thing that is missing on modern bikes with flat bars is the bar ends. Sure the flatbars now are super wide, almost to wide for riding in the city and there for give a more precise and fast steering when paired with short stem, but when you want to push all you have holding onto something vertically like bar ends is somehow giving you the feel that you can push harder than holding onto the flat bar itself. Am I the only one that feels like that?

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Always nice to have a few extra hand positions for longer rides

[@Reny_btw]

I still use bar ends on my XC mtb with 680mm bars, Although I only use them to rest my hands on non-technical sections. I don't really feel I need them for leverage on modern handlebar widths.

[@JimKJeffries]

I use them on a Cannondale m900, hardtail, gives extra leverage...only caution is be certain the bar is tight. I miss judged a shadow line at night, thought I was dropping about 1 foot, dropped more like 3. Landed hard on the front, the handle bar rotated, and my hands came right of as I ate it. If I was holding the bar, perhaps I wouldn't of endo.

[@duxxling103]

After 2 years, there are inner bar ends, instead of the traditional bar ends of the flat bar. It mimics the drop bar setup but will still let you reach the brakes and shifters on your flat handle bar.

[@KevAlberta]

@@duxxling103 i don’t understand how this works? How can you reach the brakes still?

[@AyBee9725]

You must be clairvoyant. I am thinking of buying an MTB as an all rounder bike, including commuting. I didn't know how much I needed this video until I saw it. Thank you so much!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Go for it! If I could only have one bike, MTB all the way :)

[@ADCFproductions]

@@TwoWheelCruise i have a mountain bike but i'd much rather have a road bike. my mtb weights 17.2kg and where i live there's hills everywhere :( i ride mainly for fitness but as i get older the less i want to ride it and the more i want to buy a proper light roadbike. I've tuned my mtb to perform better on the road but still it's such a pain to come back home every time i ride it :(

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Anybody out there commuting by MTB?

[@P.Trick93]

Yes

[@aumarigan]

I use an MTB for my urban commute here in the Philippines. I prefer this coz of the poor conditions of our main and secondary roads. Heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic in the city made me choose my mtb over a road bike due to the more upright positioning . With a road bike I might have difficulty maintaining forward eye contact to avoid vehicles and pedestrians. Majority who commute within the city to and from work prefer the MTB due to its more upright position and easy maneuvering in and out of traffic.

[@thesimplelifeofjcmartinez9203]

Yes sir if i can remember i requested that you would try MtB on your commute thanks

[@robertwong2412]

@Alien On a Bike On average commuting speed, perhaps they're comparable because the gear ranges are there, but the road bike is still going to be faster on pure tarmac. The MTB can make up with slicks but when both are pit against each other for MAXIMUM speed, the road bike still wins by at least 20 percent faster assuming the same rider uses both bikes for testing.

[@jameswalker8300]

I switch between road, MTN and electric. it keeps the ride fun

[@w.s.soapcompany94]

Yeah I ended up on a MTB for commuting after trying road, fixed, cyclecross, hybrid, and a townie.

[@debbiepeter112]

Can I ask why? I am looking for a new commuter bike and not sure whether to buy another hybrid or mountain bike. The roads I cycle to work are in such a bad state that even on tbe hybrid I felt uneasy

[@debbiepeter112]

@A Magnificent Cunt Thanks for the advice. I went with a hybrid but now stuck at home due to lockdown. Oh well

[@colombianflag717]

@@debbiepeter112 I used to commute by mtb and it was slower than my hybrid bicycle.

[@debbiepeter112]

@@colombianflag717 Yes, glad I went with hybrid. Although working from home now and was going to cycle to work. At least I can go for a nice ride after I finish work anyway.

[@colombianflag717]

How was the outcome

[@Jenavee26]

14:38 Wow I'm amazed by that climb 👏🏼👏🏼

[@paul8389]

Live in Virginia and I'm probably the only person commuting with mtb. Love the freedom of mtb! You should try with dropper post!

[@suspiciousstew1169]

Nah I see tons of mountain bikes, especially fat bikes where I live. In NoVA I’m like one of 2 people with a gravel bike, with me seeing that other person just once

[@T-eee-L]

Looks so calm over there, just like in anime’s lol.... someday I’ll visit Japan, great video!

[@AshrakAhmed]

You gonna love it, mate! it's so close to anime that it's hard to believe! I've been there 3 times and loved every moment of it!

[@rashb3994]

The best of both worlds is a mountain bike with mountain bike sized slick/ road tires. I believe they call them thick slicks. Lots reviewers rave up and down about how much faster, and less rolling resistance they get while stuff getting the cushion.

[@MichaelSmith-fg8xh]

I’m running Schwalbe Marathons on my MTB… they’re good for stupid distances (eg 15000km), have low resistance/noise and the grip is great

[@amirkbry9244]

The bug sounds just gave your video a very classic Japanese spirit, which is nostalgic. 💙👍

[@marcotngsn]

your content is therapeutic for some reason

[@Zulanderr]

Then you would love this channel kzbin.info/door/2GLazCv4zkAO0CW2TwgC6w

[@Xn00bertX]

areodynamics is also important for short distance. Head wind after works is a curse. You may can upgrade your cyclocross bike with the redshift stem and seat post to get more comfort on rougher roads.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Every Friday now seems to be a brutal headwind home for me now 😅

[@colombianflag717]

Great video, I used to commute by bicycle 26 round trip... it took me almost 1:13 minutes to commute 13 miles one way... I missed commuting by bicycle

[@fredericoabella5197]

Nice content 👍 here in the Philippines, many individuals who use bike for commute prefer MTB over RB because of its comfort, considering some of our place have rough roads. Thanks for inspiring MTB users ❤️

[@deepspacecobra4276]

I really like old school mountain bikes. Its almost like a road bike but with thick tires. You can launch yourself off curbs without having to worry about a blowout.

[@HDsharp]

I have a classic kuwahara savage mountain bike.

[@ianmangham4570]

Agreed, I have a Marin 1999 resto mod ,put a beautiful rockshox recon sl fork /mavic enduro wheels and single ring up front ,so smooth so solid , the last of the quality frames /no casting/rear dropouts just billet and tubes T6 🙏🤘🤠 and cheap as chips for a frame/bike

[@badmintonnflyfishing6310]

I commuted on my MTB Hardtail 17 miles each way to work and back in San Francisco, it was fun but had to be very careful with the cars.

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

this place seriously looks so beautiful

[@daitodrzmakarim]

Your channel really inspire me to go cycling commute.. I really want to say thank you for posting bicycles commuting vlog in japan that made me fell calm and relaxing. So i decide to sold my motorcycle yesterday to buy a bicycle soon.. In a harsh and stressfull road like in indonesia, i think bicycle can make me happier and for the bonus, healtier person :)

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Awesome! 😀 it's definitely made me healthier and happier.. enjoy!

[@Rondo055]

I also rode to work via Road bike and Cyclocross. But found my mountain bike much more comfortable. The tires Glide over bumps and potholes and comfort for me is key.the position is also easy on my shoulders and back. with the mountain bike Cruising to work lets me enjoy the ride more!

[@hiranom20]

This was almost like an open-world video game experience!

[@MindScienceAlchemy]

Thank you for sharing your commute. Your narrating was very good. Enjoyable

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! 😁

[@danielpenkoff688]

Hello from SW Michigan. I've been riding for fifty-six years. Took the Kal-Haven Bike path the other day. Runs from South Haven to Kalamazoo. Awesome video. Thanks so much for sharing. Be safe, my brother.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! Miss the MI trails..

[@danielpenkoff688]

@@TwoWheelCruise Just some news from home. Whitmer has extended the state of emergency for COVID-19 until next month...the GOP people in Lansing are taking her to court. Michigan politics as usual. I was in a BLM protest in Detroit several weeks ago...Trump sending federal cops to the 'D', as well as other cities nation-wide. I lived in Madison Heights before moving to SW Michigan. I used to ride out to Inkster. The Q Line runs down Woodward thru mid-town and downtown, which makes it a challenge for those of us who like urban street riding. The casinos are partially open, and Corktown is crazy busy as always! Detroit teachers are considering going on strike over the COVID-19 issue. Life and money is slowly coming back to the Cass Corridor. They have a dedicated bike lane, which is awesome for us, especially if you are a student at Wayne State University. Election coming up in November, and Trump is engaging in his usual foolery. Anyway, just some tidbits to share. When are you coming home to visit? Take care, you guys. Be safe, okay? Peace.

[@duxxling103]

Late comment, but I want to add that MTB are great for commuting. It will become at par speed-wise if you use thick slick tyres - with that, you gain speed without giving away the control, stability and comfort of flat bar, suspension and wide tyres. And of course, overall you will have a bike that is more durable and give you more confidence while riding.

[@wizzelhoart]

have you also considered converting to a rigid carbon fork to drop serious weight? It would still be more comfortable than a road bike

[@farid-sultan]

Greetings from Singapore! I commute with my rigid fork MTB everywhere and i luv it.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Cheers! Rigid MTB is awesome!

[@apm9507]

I only have one fat tire bicycle for transportation and no car. It looks silly during summer but when rain, ice and snow happens, I still get where I need to go. I even have metal studded tires for slick icy conditions, which are rare.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Fat bike sounds fun

[@genjitakiya8316]

Here in the Philippines we like mountain bike in commuting coz our roads are not even. And it's much more cheaper than the road bike. But im planning to buy cx also after quarantine. Haha

[@rollybaret3685]

I hate rumble strips on my rb but it's nothing on my mtb haha

[@TheJofrica]

XC are becoming more like trail bikes, more rugged, more suspension travel

[@markp353]

You're fortunate on your commute you can dodge a lot of traffic. I have to contend with a lot of cars & trucks on my commute. Other advantages of using mountain bike / hybrid bike that you did not touch on, is that being more upright tends to lead to improved visibility. Far easier to look and scan ahead, also turning your head is easier and less restrictive when looking over your shoulder for traffic when changing lanes or turning. Thanks for another great video.

[@Chokkan]

That garden looks like what we call an allotment. They're fairly common up here in the wilds of Saitama. I think you have to apply for a spot and there's a long waiting list for most since old retired people love to garden until they're.....pushing up daisies.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

LOL

[@brunotvrs]

Nice! I have a 10 year old Merida MTB and been using it to go to work. Added a rack and panniers, and just recently some cheap plastic fenders because of the rainy days. It looks HIDEOUS but it works well enough.

[@shred_ninja1316]

I commuted by mountain bike for about 10 years, didn’t know any different until I bought a road bike and tbh it was SO much faster. However 1 & a half years of that has done my back in and I now have gone back to the MTB for comfort!!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

MTB 4 LIFE!

[@max03tube]

That's some helpful health and safety advice, thank you

[@MrJadiin]

Arguably a road bike shouldn't be bad for your back unless you were in a super aggressive position and not very flexible or on a badly fitted bike or both. Whatever suits though, cycling is cycling.

[@shred_ninja1316]

My route is rather bumpy and has some large hills. I think the constant vibration and shock going through the saddle to my lower back was what caused my pain mainly, but also the bent over riding position. Being more upright on a softer ride is slower but less painful,

[@xyzxyx1299]

You cud buy a seatpost suspension instead and still ride the roadie

[@lazylearner967]

I have been commuting via bike for a number of years. It's 18-26 miles depending on the route. I used to use my road bike but 5 years ago I switched to a mountain bike. You are spot on with all your commentary. When I take my mountain bike it takes about 10 minutes longer vs. the road.

[@juleslim8875]

Kudos to your mic (whats your gear?) and relaxed breathing man. Riding fast and no hints of you getting tired!

[@TwoWheelCruise]

twowheelcruise.com/camera-gear/ Gopro and my mic are on my gear page. Just going at a steady pace ;)

[@darcyl4649]

I'm thinking of buying a hybrid to commute versus using my road bike. Don't think I want to use my road bike for that. I like the idea of sitting more upright on a city-type ride. Love your videos!

[@panjiprivan7134]

When you took off-road course to cut traffic, damn I think a lot of road cyclist going to envy. To increase MTB performance for commuting I suggest using large crankset gear (I use XT triple speed 48T). Change standard freehub with a very good one to increase efficiency. For smoother ride I always unlocked suspension except when steep climbing or sprinting off saddle.

[@anthonyramon167]

I live in NYC and I really doubt anyones commute to work here is as scenic and interest as this. Really good video 👍🏽

[@cozybones4037]

There are some nice hidden areas in NYC. I've seen some animals I never knew we had in the city too.

[@proximo1033]

Great video, really enjoyed watching, I think putting road tires on MTB could also be a nice idea for such commuting, I've always liked such combination because I prefer MTB much more.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks! :) I would definitely put some slick tires on if my MTB were a dedicated commuter bike

[@junboo8730]

Two Wheel Cruise Yes it is awesome. I’m between a gravel and 29er hardtail for speed. Which style will you pick?.

[@edawriter]

Another MTB advantage is fewer flats. Negative is fewer handlebar positions for hands. Love watching your commute. I took my bike to Tokyo but decided against riding back in '89. I did ride it in Chang Mai, up Doi Suthep to the King's Palace. Had planned to do Do Inthanon, highest paved road in Thailand, but it was more than I could handle from Chang Mai. Riding on the left was hard getting used to.

[@libertyroads7342]

My wife and I are planning a move to the DC area for work. I noticed that there are a lot of bike paths and it's starting to look like a good choice for commuting. Thanks for these videos. They're helping in the decision process for picking a type of bike. Guess I should wait until we get there and see what the route looks like.

[@suspiciousstew1169]

As someone in the DMV area I would say that DC can be more bikeable than the suburbs, and with the right bike you could definitely beat traffic. Little late to post this but it’s just my 2 cents lol

[@libertyroads7342]

@suspiciousstew1169 Yep. For the 3 years we lived near Bethesda we rode a lot of trails. But it didn't work out for commuting. I ended up working at Ft Meade and that was just too far to bike. At least for me.

[@Scottx125Productions]

True. However the real appeal of Cyclocross bikes/Gravel/Adventure is that it's as close as you can get to an all-round bike. And the reason I say that is due to the fact that Hybrid bikes whilst they give you slightly more control and can come with suspension, the afore mentioned bikes have a drop bar giving 3 grips, are slightly faster (and lighter) and some even come with suspension.

[@Vaconi]

I suppose that depends on where you're driving. For example, for my daily ride to work (70K round trip) I switched to a CycloCross bike where I first rode an MTB. For a number of reasons. It's easier to pass heavy traffic in a city (and I have to drive through Brussels, Belgium) with a drop bar bike than with a wide flat bar handlebars. I do notice a considerable difference of 1 to 1.5 km/h between the two bikes. My MTB isn't the most modern either, maybe that has something to do with it. Your tires on an MTB wear out much faster, but you can of course fit adapted tires as well. I would personally recommend that you take what makes you feel good. For absolute beginners, nothing beats an MTB because of the comfort and security when steering. Once you ride a bit more, I would mainly look at the use and the route to choose with which I leave.

[@traceyodonnell1969]

Great content and inspirational to attempt my 16 mile commute on my mtb.

[@josht2454]

I used to commute on a mtb, the suspension on British roads saved my back, I used to be in pain after using my roadie.

[@TrailsofCalifornia]

Thanks for this video! I'm considering buying a MTB but didn't consider before using it as a commuter bike. Great vid!

[@markjthomson]

Slick tires for on road riding, especially if it is your primary bike. Takes about 10 minutes to change the tires for off road, or have a second set of wheels.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

If I start using it regularly for commuting, I'll definitely get a set of slicks

[@recyclespinning9839]

I recently refurbished a Trek 930 made in USA, and a Paramount pdg40 mountain bike ( made in Japan). I have hybrid tires so smooth and fast on road but lots of air volume, super comfy for riding, also have rack mounts. I did have a road race bike ( steel made Italy also) ..

[@ricric9521]

I commute more often now in Los Angeles. Mountain bikes are a no go in traffic. Bars are too wide. I would have to add more time as they are slower as well. I do ride my mtb on the road to my nearest trail 8 miles away. I do use a wider tire on the commuter, a 28c, with lower pressure at 90psi. It's a change from my normal 25c tires at 100psi

[@animeman197]

ricric Hey I live in Burbank and started riding my mongoose switchback mtb this month. Would you recommend a rod bike since we live in LA? I commute from Burbank to Glendale so 7-8 miles each way. My bike is stock with the 29 inch knobby tires that came with the bike.

[@JaredUnashamed]

Watching an old video. As a kid I was a BMX rider (for fun) then bought a Trek 4300 in 2004. Finally bought a new Motobecane hardtail mtb last year. Some day I'll probably buy a hybrid with solid forks and smoother tires. Living in rural Missouri you can go anywhere on a gravel road so for me a road bike makes zero since. I even took a guy that works for me on a 20 mile back road adventure, me on my mountain bike him on his gravel, and he had a blast. Can't wait to you see your latest mtb build.

[@Toxicated_grizzly]

Damn great video fam. I loved the scenery during ur ride to work, looks awesome. All the best

[@TwoWheelCruise]

cheers :)

[@jrljr777]

Hey! Just stumbled across this video, I actually live in Michigan! (Waterford township) I've been riding my full suspension mountain bike to work every day for a while now. Love it.

[@yuurishibuya4797]

Mtb on road: more drag, nice grip, feels safe, more energy expenditure, more commute time, gives better exercise, take shot cuts when otherwise not possible.

[@kerbodynamicx472]

Yes, but when you want to travel 30km in under an hour, MTB is quite a poor choice…

[@rayr.1305]

An invaluable video for experiencing the ride and handling of a MTB for those considering a purchase, produced by a very knowledgeable and skilled (ex pro) biker.

[@rayr.1305]

Understand now he decided not to make all the commitments necessary, some onerous for sure, to go pro.

[@emgex]

Idk where does the myth comes from that MTBs are only meant to be riden on Mountans and Gravel. I ride my MTB sometimes 70km on Pavel/Roads combined with offroad grass and Gravel. Its a bit harder to Pedal a MTB on Road and you will never achieve high speeds with it compared to Roadbike but MTBs will make you faster Fit since its harder. If you want to lose weight MTB is in my opinion the better option since its harder and you can ride it literally anywhere road/gravel/bad roads...

[@msafirimhehe]

Nice decent video! I own a 2018 Scott Aspect 940 Hardtail since April 2018. It's so much fun to ride. Decently fast MTB! One thing I discovered was when I switched the tires from the original KENDA I immediately felt the difference! The bike feels way lighter and faster. The original Kenda were very heavy (have more resistance). I switched to a diffrent set of KENDA tires with bigger square tread blocks. Generally a very realiable and trustworthy MTB! Thank you for sharing..

[@Kefford666]

I recently got a road bike to start commuting to work, having ridden MTB before, and it’s kinda nice that it’s light-ish and narrow (good on the train and in traffic) but I find the position sooo uncomfortable and the rim brakes suck which has resulted in me having a crash, and I don’t find I’m going much faster than anybody else. Switching the tyres did help a lot, it was horrible to begin with when the cheap tyres were on. Wish I had bought a hard tail tbh

[@ianhow]

I bike commute everyday using MTB on 700x35c Tires. Most people who bike commute use MTB here in the Philippines.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

MTB commuters are pretty rare in Japan

[@fabio7500]

I'd love to have a such mixed path to go to work so I could use and enjoy more my MTB

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Can't complain 😁

[@PRH123]

Feels more comfortable that's for sure. Gets tiring dragging that weight up hills though. Flat bars turn your elbows out, tenses your upper body and tend to lock your arms and transmit road shock to your body. You can put road tires on your mountain frame, I do that, but also went with a rigid fork after the first year commuting, I have a lot of hills to deal with.

[@jacks4774]

I commute by mtb, i always go through woodlands instead of the road for a bit more fun. I found I wouldn't able to go these routes if i had a road bike so I'm not limited. However I do have to use more energy when on the road on the Mtb

[@kimrice394]

I used a carbon hard tail 29er MTB as a Gravel/Adventure bike for a couple years. It was awesome! Put a rigid carbon fork on it, carbon everything, 1.9 Specialized Renegades tires. Average speed was actually a tad faster than normal as I could bomb the downhills, which in Missouri is every 1/4-1/2 mile, and corners.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Love a good rigid 29er MTB. And there's definitely some serious hills in Missouri.. Used to help me get in good shape lol

[@agenda697]

Next video "Commuting by Unicycle" ;)

[@TwoWheelCruise]

There's lots of kids that have those here! I'd love to try one one day..

[@jr5389]

😂👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤪

[@GibsonMarco]

I know a guy who commutes all year round, even in Montreal's winter, by unicycle.

[@agenda697]

@@GibsonMarco Evidently that guy is awesome !

[@adammitchell115]

I rode a uni for a few years. I rode a 29er, my prefered size, even over the 36er. The 29er is the do-all for any type of riding you may want to do.

[@miket.220]

I'd bet a 29er mtn bike would be perfect for most city commuters. Bigger wheel size to keep better momentum but you get the advantages of suspension, better traction for assorted terrain and more upright riding position.

[@ErikAndersonNorthStar]

I miss riding in Japan. They're super respectful of cyclists out there.

[@crazywisdom2]

I only have one bike, a Raleigh M80 mountain bike. I may one day pick up a single speed / flip hub. But I find that my mountain bike is a great commuter for all the reasons that you mentioned. And if I want to ride in the colder winter seasons .... It fits the bill as well. Love the bike !!~

[@yunafrancheskaderama5841]

I am commuting using mtb. bad experience using roadies specialy rainy days here in the Phillippines. Im more comfident riding mtb day by day going to work regardless the weather.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

MTB can definitely handle any weather any day :)

[@dennisdownes9319]

I have "re-named" my mountain bike"My city bike!" Curbs, sewer caps. potholes, cobblestones, puddles....no problems! Nice video! DD

[@TwoWheelCruise]

haha cheers :)

[@jf2427]

Another great commuting video 😊 How about doing one on Thuong-chans mama chari to work 😂😂 Might have to leave 30 minutes earlier

[@TwoWheelCruise]

I wish I could, but she leaves after me so I can't make it until my next day off when she still has work (which is rare)

[@buckroger6456]

That would be pretty great. Make stop on the way home for some groceries for dinner.

[@max03tube]

Thank you for the advice, I'm just thinking to get into commuting and about to buy a new bike. I didn't know what to go for. Our roads are similar to what you were riding in that video, so I think a Mountain Bike will do it. The GT 2019 Aggressor is on sale here.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Can't go wrong with a mtb 😉

[@max03tube]

@@TwoWheelCruise Thanks a lot!

[@farhanardy9250]

Next video: "I tried roadbike on trail path"

[@TwoWheelCruise]

😂

[@mountaintruth1deeds533]

Annnd, I tried out helmet😲

[@richncolita6782]

Awesome commuting video, and excellent comparison between MTB and road bike.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

Thanks man! :)

[@joelmayores307]

I use MTB to work daily here in the Philippines...

[@johannlopez4524]

Haha. Philippines requires mountain bikes. Too many potholes and bad roads (or even no roads). Now that I think of it, I don’t remember seeing any road bikes whenever I visit.

[@RandomUser_online]

@@johannlopez4524 there are many roadies here too

[@ld749]

i like mtb than any road or gravel bike only thing i dont like if ur mtb had 1x12 thats kinda limit ur speed but faster on trails and uphill…. my bike is scott scale 965 2022 white

[@Ajajambo]

I use a Boardman MHT 8.9 to work with a mix or road, gravel and it’s enough gears to get me there. SRAM SX Eagle 12 speed drivetrain with a wide range 11-50t cassette.

[@Rocky4719]

Hell, I should return to my mountain bike commuter mentality. I was going for a road bike, but I don’t really care much for speed or efficiency. I’d rather get the upright riding position and versatility of a mountain bike. Besides, I can take a mountain bike on either road or trails and it’ll do adequately on roads, whereas a road bike will suck on singletrack

[@TheAdorableTauren]

I just upgraded my MTB with 26"x2.0 Marathon Plus Tour tires, I immediately noticed a difference in steering and balance which I will soon get used too. They may be heavier but the low rolling resistance has already proved to be faster as shown by my Strava results. Oh and I mostly use my MTB on tarmac and road so this was 1 of the reasons for my choice. Puncture resistance was the other (as you will know by 1 of your past videos).

[@Ag3nt0fCha0s]

I used to commute on a hybrid. While in for repairs I got a roadbike on loan amd I felt about 15% faster. For reference I have 3 and 7 gears on the hybrid and had juat 3 on the roadbike.

[@Robin_Hood381]

You could also swap out the knobbies with slick street tires. MTBs are a ton of fun on the street because you can ride sketchy and push it, send it whenever you choose.

[@curtn7076]

A hybrid hard tail bike would be faster and more comfortable I think.

[@TwoWheelCruise]

For sure

[@curtn7076]

LetsGoOverground because of the seating position and the efficiency of the frame, tires and rims and handlebars. Flatbars are the worst for efficiency. A full suspension mountain bike takes about twice the energy to move forward. Any suspension up and down slows forward momentum...it takes away efficiency..you just have to stand up on the bumps.

[@tomgarner5965]

@LetsGoOverground with bars the man difference is aerodynamics

[@anthonysciabarrasi2611]

LetsGoOverground yeah it’s pretty much a road bike that can also go on different terrains

[@colintraveller]

Hybrid is just marketing bs .... for stupid people

[@jeshely]

Also there many specialty MTBs, choosing the right one is critical. The Scott Scale is a fast XC (Cross Country) race bike. An XC MTB is probably the best choice for a comfortable yet still fast pace commute to work. I would not recommend a Down Hill MTB or even Enduro MTB for daily commuting.