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06-25-08, 09:22 PM
I am buying my first bike (ever) and will learn to ride soon. :o I need a bike for easy riding on pavement like the sea wall, around the neighbourhood, maybe on grass, etc...I have no ambitions of fitness riding, commuting to work, etc...:D Would prefer a bike that I can use for several years - that is a bike that will suit me as I get better riding and has good, quality components.
I have narrowed down my choices to either the Devinci Lifestyle or the Trek 7200 - they cost approximately the same in Vancouver (maybe $50+ difference). Both are comfortable and feel good.
Since I do not know how to ride a bike, my observations are limited to looks and feel. I did notice that on the devinci bike, I can put my feet down when sitting, which I am told is easier when learning to ride. But I'm not sure if this is good for long-term. On the Trek, I am on my tip toes and I'm sort of liking the women-specific design idea.
http://devinci.com/11063_an.html
http://www.trekbikes.com/women/wsd_products/bikes/2008/bike_path/7200wsd
Which do you think should I buy?
Thanks very much for your help!
I have narrowed down my choices to either the Devinci Lifestyle or the Trek 7200 - they cost approximately the same in Vancouver (maybe $50+ difference). Both are comfortable and feel good.
Since I do not know how to ride a bike, my observations are limited to looks and feel. I did notice that on the devinci bike, I can put my feet down when sitting, which I am told is easier when learning to ride. But I'm not sure if this is good for long-term. On the Trek, I am on my tip toes and I'm sort of liking the women-specific design idea.
http://devinci.com/11063_an.html
http://www.trekbikes.com/women/wsd_products/bikes/2008/bike_path/7200wsd
Which do you think should I buy?
Thanks very much for your help!