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micromobility is seen as a potential solution to moving people more efficiently around cities"
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Those are all solid choices TBH. For fenders I'd recommend SKS, Topeak for the rack, and for a lock, the Litelock X1 or X3 would be good, alternately a Skunklock Chemical but I'm not sure if they're legal in your country.
The tires on the Sutra can be swapped out for something else, but it kinda depends on what you actually want to spend. If you don't mind flat bars, the Marin Muirwoods 10 or there's Four Corners which has drop bars.
First off, all these brands and model names! If you're frugal (I certainly am) then you should be very wary of spending over the odds in order to fund a marketing budget. Another problem with showy brands is that they make you a target for thieves.
A bike is a bike. It's mostly a bunch of mix-and-match spare parts made of metal (or else by Shimano). This is why (IMO!) the case is weak for spending $$$ on a big-brand bike, unlike for example a high-tech gadget which is essentially a black box. Unless, of course, what you're looking for is the label itself.
Anyway. Go electric. Seriously. I say that a former serious cyclist who has done lots of touring. It makes cycling less of a PITA and so more likely that your new toy won't be abandoned in a closet in a few months time. If you were in Europe I'd recommend secondhand or something from Decathlon. If those are out then you could do worse than ordering direct from one of the new Chinese marques. Like mine, an electric fat bike which I've posted several pics of here. I've done 3000 km on it since last year, all touring. It's extremely reliable and I didn't pay hundreds of bucks for a fancy label.
I think any of those bikes would suit your needs. Unless you're extremely concerned about wind resistance or riding a fat bike, tire size wont make a big difference. The tread, material, and most importantly, air pressure of the tires are what you should be concerned with more than anything else. Personally, I ride a fully rigid 29" mountain bike that i primarily use for commuting. I find the wide tires are great for dealing with the shit road quality and I enjoy being able to take it off-roading without any hassle.
As for the bikes themselves, its hard to make a recommendation if you haven't biked in ten years because our bodies and preferences change over time. If you know the types of things you like then its easier (or maybe harder) to find a bike you'll like. In your position, I would honestly go for the cheapest bike available with fender/rack mounting points on the rear and the fork and just send it. Honestly, I might even go as far as suggesting you buy a secondhand bike and just seeing what you like and dislike about it before getting something new and shiny.
All that being said, I really love the overall vibe of the Marin Larkspur, good vibes and easy riding.
Yeah, the shit road quality is a big component in my decisions. Unfortunately the second hand market in Australia is pretty limited cos we're a smaller population that's far away we import less stuff.
I have a Marin and am a big fan of it. But not that model. I agree to finding something on the cheaper end or, maybe even better: see if you can go test drive these bikes! See what you like before you buy. Make sure you have the seat height and everything set correctly for you. And remember that changing seats and handlebars is very easy if you don't like the feel/shape/position. Changing shifters and drivetrain components takes a lot more work.
My "daily driver" bike is an early-'90s steel-frame rigid mountain bike (a Specialized HardRock, but it doesn't really matter) that I got for free from a charity bike co-op, took apart, refinished because it was rusty, and put back together. All in, I've spent easily less than $500 on it over a decade and a half of ownership, including adding accessories like smooth street tires, rear rack, front basket, panniers, a good U-lock, lights, etc.
I would happily recommend an identical bike for a use-case like yours.
A "hybrid" bike (which is basically what a bike like mine is called these days anyway) would also work. Or a gravel bike. Or a touring road bike. Basically, just get any decent bike in decent condition made within the last several decades (only avoiding really low-end stuff like single-speeds, coaster brakes, ashtabula (one-piece) cranks, and "high-tensile" steel). Oh, and that's the right size to fit you. That's important.
Otherwise, don't overthink it; whatever random bike you get will be fine. Seriously.
I suggest you buy a cheap mountain bike at first. It's more robust and versatile, hopping on the sidewalk or off the sidewalk hitting a pothole and such not to mention that if it gets stolen it won't be a big loss. And if you enjoy cycling you can buy a specialised one downhill or touring.
I've heard good things about Surly from owners and I know of 2 preamble owners who were quite happy. The others on your list are also probably fine, I just have no personal connection to them