Originally Posted by
Tundra_Man
Biking with the intention to lose weight means creating a calorie deficit. A calorie deficit means you're going to be hungry at times. Knowing this going into the battle will help you better deal with it when it happens.
QFT.
Now, IMO, just go ride. Don't worry about time, speed, distance, weight loss or if you're on the "right" bike. Just ride.... and keep doing it. Make it a habit and the rest will come in their own time.
And, whatever you do, don't get wrapped up in keeping up with the Joneses on the internet. If you take too seriously the internet gurus who can spend $10k for a back up bike or ride 25mph for 200 miles... well ya might wind up a wee bit discouraged. Just ride and enjoy it.
oh P.S. I'm down 20 lbs over the last six weeks and riding is my main exercise. ;-)