Originally Posted by tivoli1
Full suspension, that is for mountain bikes, is that correct? Or is that available on road and hybrid bikes? Is there a recommended position, the lower handle bars and/or rolled bars or the higher up handle bars as (I think) I've seen on the Trek Pilot series. Have there been any comfort comparisons made in regard to upper body positions? I will go to a few LBS, definitely.
chipcom, thanks a bunch for the bike referrals! i'll check those out, over and over.
Unfortunately, most 'comfort' and many 'hybrid' bikes come with front suspension forks, making them heavier than they need to be. I'd give you some options for road bikes like the Pilot (which is a good choice, but pricey), but I am not sure if you'd like the more aggressive riding position of dropped-bar road bikes or flat barred road or fitness bikes, based on what you originally stated about your weight and condition. I know many women that are of a similar age and condition that just plain don't like these types of bikes, while my own GF who is 43, petite and slim loves her flat-barred Raleigh Route 1. If you think you'd like to try some of these types of bikes, I'd be happy to give you some choices to look at. One question, do you think you'd like dropped- bars or flat bars?
If I misread your comments about your weight and physical condition, I do apologize!
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