Like the title says, I'm looking for a winter ride. Something capable of handling a little bit of snow on the local rails to trails. I ride a road bike all spring/summer/fall and probably won't spend much time on it other than in the winter.
Should I look for a cheap rigid 29" wheel bike or a 26" wheel with better components? Suspension is not a big deal to me as I will rarely actually ride "off-road". Looking to spend around $500 or less. I'm 6'0 and weigh around 200 lbs. I definitely don't mind something pre-owned.
What do you recommend?