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ladyslippe
What are the best kind of bikes brandwise?
Im in my 40,s
have not ridden a bike in ages
Im looking for a bike with big tires (mountain bike?)
and a comfy seat would be nice too...
and lightweight would be good i think
also i dont think i want alot of speeds...maybe a one speed if that even exists anymore?(open to suggestions here)
Thanks !
are there certain brands or features to look for when im out bike shopping?
Answer
Sounds like you may be looking for a comfort bike. Yes you can get a one speed but you may want some gears. You can get bikes with internal gear hubs with anywhere from 3 to 14 speeds. These are easy to shift and require little maintenance. They stand up to abuse and neglect very well. You may even consider a cruiser. I am a bike enthusiast with thousands of dollars in bicycles but none of them brings out the kid in me like my cruiser. I have an Electra Straight 8. Its a 3 speed with coaster brakes and resembles a 'bobber' style motorcycle. I would highly recommend any of the bikes by Electra, especially if you haven't ridden in a while. They cover the spectrum from cruisers to commuter style bikes that can be used to cover long distances. Their geometry is well suited to the 'born again' bicyclist. They are longer and lower which allows you to comfortably place your feet on the ground while seated and still get good leg extension while pedaling. Good leg extension is important if you want to avoid knee injury. They all have comfy seats and you sit very upright reducing any wrist and shoulder pain. If you haven't ridden in ages you are going to have pain at first so start off easy and your body will eventually adapt to the new activity.
Sounds like you may be looking for a comfort bike. Yes you can get a one speed but you may want some gears. You can get bikes with internal gear hubs with anywhere from 3 to 14 speeds. These are easy to shift and require little maintenance. They stand up to abuse and neglect very well. You may even consider a cruiser. I am a bike enthusiast with thousands of dollars in bicycles but none of them brings out the kid in me like my cruiser. I have an Electra Straight 8. Its a 3 speed with coaster brakes and resembles a 'bobber' style motorcycle. I would highly recommend any of the bikes by Electra, especially if you haven't ridden in a while. They cover the spectrum from cruisers to commuter style bikes that can be used to cover long distances. Their geometry is well suited to the 'born again' bicyclist. They are longer and lower which allows you to comfortably place your feet on the ground while seated and still get good leg extension while pedaling. Good leg extension is important if you want to avoid knee injury. They all have comfy seats and you sit very upright reducing any wrist and shoulder pain. If you haven't ridden in ages you are going to have pain at first so start off easy and your body will eventually adapt to the new activity.
Does anyone still sell bicycles with "tall" handlebars?
MyFireElf
In order to save on gas I'd like to buy a bike to ride to work, but all I can seem to find online are the sleek (expensive!) sporty bikes with the low speed-racer handles that make me feel like I'm falling over. I'm short already - I don't need to be any closer to the ground! I want something like I rode as a kid, with the tall handlebars that let you sit up straight in the seat and the fat tires with the guard thingies over them to protect you from the mud. Like this:
http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w88/phantomsdib/IMG_0911.jpg
I know it's a vintage look, but surely someone still sells them? For adults even?
Answer
The type of handlebars you're talking about are "upright" or "cruiser" bars. Cruiser bicycles have come back into vogue in the past several years, and most bicycle manufacturers have one or two models of cruisers. Electra is a company that manufactures a wide variety of rather stylish cruisers. You can visit their website at http://www.electrabike.com Trek, Specialized, Masi, and Bianchi all make cruiser bikes as well.
Before you buy any bicycle, especially if you are not an experienced rider, go talk to your Local Bike Shop. They will help you find a bike that is right for what you want to do with it at a price you're comfortable with (hopefully.) You'll also get to test ride some bikes, which is always fun.
The type of handlebars you're talking about are "upright" or "cruiser" bars. Cruiser bicycles have come back into vogue in the past several years, and most bicycle manufacturers have one or two models of cruisers. Electra is a company that manufactures a wide variety of rather stylish cruisers. You can visit their website at http://www.electrabike.com Trek, Specialized, Masi, and Bianchi all make cruiser bikes as well.
Before you buy any bicycle, especially if you are not an experienced rider, go talk to your Local Bike Shop. They will help you find a bike that is right for what you want to do with it at a price you're comfortable with (hopefully.) You'll also get to test ride some bikes, which is always fun.
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