Hi all,
New to the forums and new to cycling as well. I'm looking to start cycling for additional exercise and for a convenient way to commute around town. I'm 5'11" and ~330 pounds and will be riding exclusively on the road or on paved bike trails.
I've read up on other, similar, threads and most seem to recommend a hybrid or mountain bike with a steel fork, 36-spoke wheels and double walled rims. Most of the threads were from 6-8 years ago, so I was wondering if bike technology had improved since then and if modern suspension forks are more capable of supporting heavyweight riders.
If anyone, particularly someone who is or has been in my position, has any tips or could recommend a couple bikes I would really appreciate it!
My budget is $400-$500 and I've been looking at the Giant Sedona DX.
Thanks!
Matt
New to the forums and new to cycling as well. I'm looking to start cycling for additional exercise and for a convenient way to commute around town. I'm 5'11" and ~330 pounds and will be riding exclusively on the road or on paved bike trails.
I've read up on other, similar, threads and most seem to recommend a hybrid or mountain bike with a steel fork, 36-spoke wheels and double walled rims. Most of the threads were from 6-8 years ago, so I was wondering if bike technology had improved since then and if modern suspension forks are more capable of supporting heavyweight riders.
If anyone, particularly someone who is or has been in my position, has any tips or could recommend a couple bikes I would really appreciate it!
My budget is $400-$500 and I've been looking at the Giant Sedona DX.
Thanks!
Matt