I am a (newish) runner looking to get into cycling seriously. I have done quite a bit of spinning and I love it but no real outdoor cycling. I'm trying to decide what type of bike would be best for me. I don't want to get anything too expensive right now since I am only testing the waters but I do want something that will be efficient. I don't know whether to get a road bike or a hybrid. I know I do not need need a mountain bike so that's not even an option. I live in South Florida and will be doing most of my riding on the road but I do want something that is comfortable enough that I will actually get out there and cycle. Right now I'm more concerned with actually getting into the habit of cycling and not so much with race performance so I need to keep that in mind when choosing a bike. However, if all goes well, I'd love to do a duathlon and maybe even a half century late next year.
I'm also just under 5'2" so size is also an issue. Any thoughts? I know that you guys aren't psychic but maybe you can help throw some light into the road vs hybrid issue?
I'm also just under 5'2" so size is also an issue. Any thoughts? I know that you guys aren't psychic but maybe you can help throw some light into the road vs hybrid issue?