Greetings. tonequester here.
I am a 56 year old man, in apparent good health. My BP is 98/56, no cholesterol or cardiac issues. No joint problems. I am 5" 10" tall at 175lbs. BMI is in healthy range. History of long distance running and weight training, and years of good diet and supplementation. However, it has been years since I've done any bicycling. I am on Social Security Disability Insurance, due to Bipolar disorder, and plan to move to a large enough town that has all needs covered. However, I have plans that do not IMMEDIATELY include driving
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That said, I need to know advice on the best all-purpose bike to buy that is in the $300.00 to $400.00 range. I would prefer a ten speed that would be comfortable to ride, and that would have all-purpose tires. No racing or rallies considered at this time. If this works out I may well upgrade, but until I try, will not invest a lot. I realize that $400.00 tops, will not get me a great bike, but I am hoping that the right choice can be made to get me started. I qualify for assitance in getting rides, but wish to be as independent as possible. Hard work is not a problem.
I am a complete newbie here, and do not know if I have made the right choice of forum, ...yet. I welcome, and appreciate all opinions and comments, advice, etc., giving thanks ahead of time, to anyone who would take the time to help me out.
Best Regards, tonequester.
I am a 56 year old man, in apparent good health. My BP is 98/56, no cholesterol or cardiac issues. No joint problems. I am 5" 10" tall at 175lbs. BMI is in healthy range. History of long distance running and weight training, and years of good diet and supplementation. However, it has been years since I've done any bicycling. I am on Social Security Disability Insurance, due to Bipolar disorder, and plan to move to a large enough town that has all needs covered. However, I have plans that do not IMMEDIATELY include driving
.
That said, I need to know advice on the best all-purpose bike to buy that is in the $300.00 to $400.00 range. I would prefer a ten speed that would be comfortable to ride, and that would have all-purpose tires. No racing or rallies considered at this time. If this works out I may well upgrade, but until I try, will not invest a lot. I realize that $400.00 tops, will not get me a great bike, but I am hoping that the right choice can be made to get me started. I qualify for assitance in getting rides, but wish to be as independent as possible. Hard work is not a problem.
I am a complete newbie here, and do not know if I have made the right choice of forum, ...yet. I welcome, and appreciate all opinions and comments, advice, etc., giving thanks ahead of time, to anyone who would take the time to help me out.
Best Regards, tonequester.