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Originally Posted by katrs5
I have a lot of weight to lose. I want to start bicycling, but will need to take my bike to a nicer area to ride (I live in a questionable neighborhood that my hubby would not want me riding alone in). So, I'm looking for a good bike that is for a beginner that can transport well (on one of those rack thingies).
I've been thinking about a comfort bike with a nice sized seat, b/c the handlebars are up higher and therefore I think would be easier on the back. Does anyone know if that's a good beginner bike. I'd be riding in the city, no off road stuff.
Anyone have a suggestion?
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Well I just got my bike today and it is definitely not an expensive fancy one... however, I went to REI and had them help fit me to a bike appropriate for me. If you have REI stores there I highly recommend them as they have a super reputation of customer satisfaction and high quality. If no REI, perhaps there is another good sporting goods store in your area. I am like you and did not know what to get... but I too like the higher handlebars and needed something fairly lightweight because I have to lug it up and down three flights of stairs each time. Since you don't know what you need, I would recommend letting the professionals help you.
Sue
I just got my new bike today so it will be slow going for a while but I'd love to join the thread.
