Got back into riding 1.5 years ago. I got my old Cannondale road bike down and started riding. First day was about 2 miles and I felt horrible. I gradually increased the ride distance over time. Last Fall I did a century. So, my advice to riding is going at it in steps. Slow ones. Now, as to a bike that is kind of up to you and what you want. Maybe a mountain bike with road tires? That way you can sell it easily as you progress and if you wish you can change the tires and go mountain biking when the weather doesn't allow road biking. A hybrid might have a limited market for resale but then again what do I know. Then, when you are ready for a road bike you could also keep the mountain bike to ride trails with
