So when it comes to cycling, I'm totally clueless. I think I still know how to ride, but that's about it.
I'm looking at starting to cycle for a couple of reasons. I'd like to lose some weight, get out of the house more, and drive less.
I'm not really sure which kind of bike is right for me. I'm leaning toward Hybrid, as it seems a nice compromise between Road and Mountain. I think 90% my time will be spent on city roads and paved trails. The rest of the time will probably be on gravel trails or semi paved surfaces. On a rare occassion, I'd like to be able to take my bike up camping or on vacation to ride a bit on trails, but that's only once or twice a year.
I'd like something that's gonna be comfortable to ride fairly long distances (I'd like to work up to about 30 miles a day), and not kill my back. Couple hours hunched over on a road bike and I'll be in traction (unless there's more comfortable options). But also something that's gonna be a fairly easy ride. I don't want to have to feel like I'm fighting with the petals.
I'd like to keep my budget around $600 USD, but could go as much as double if I need to.
So I've got a couple of questions:
What category would you recommend (Road, Hybrid or Mountian)?
Are there any brands or models that you'd recommend?
Any other advise that'll help inform my decision.
Thanks in advance.
McM
I'm looking at starting to cycle for a couple of reasons. I'd like to lose some weight, get out of the house more, and drive less.
I'm not really sure which kind of bike is right for me. I'm leaning toward Hybrid, as it seems a nice compromise between Road and Mountain. I think 90% my time will be spent on city roads and paved trails. The rest of the time will probably be on gravel trails or semi paved surfaces. On a rare occassion, I'd like to be able to take my bike up camping or on vacation to ride a bit on trails, but that's only once or twice a year.
I'd like something that's gonna be comfortable to ride fairly long distances (I'd like to work up to about 30 miles a day), and not kill my back. Couple hours hunched over on a road bike and I'll be in traction (unless there's more comfortable options). But also something that's gonna be a fairly easy ride. I don't want to have to feel like I'm fighting with the petals.
I'd like to keep my budget around $600 USD, but could go as much as double if I need to.
So I've got a couple of questions:
What category would you recommend (Road, Hybrid or Mountian)?
Are there any brands or models that you'd recommend?
Any other advise that'll help inform my decision.
Thanks in advance.
McM