jhuynh

Hey Fellas and ladies!

New to the forum here, wanted to get some advice in picking up my first bike in a long time. Decided I need to get into gear and shave off some pounds. I apologize if this topic has already been covered, I read some the first couple of pages but didn't really see anyone to my frame.

I'm 5'9 at 270 Pounds. My inseam is about 31-32 inches. Shoe size is 12 EE(WIDE). Pretty sure thats all the relevant info thats required, if not let me know and Ill post.

I've been reading up a lot on the forum for us big people, and a lot suggest to get good tires at a relatively high PSI, I think someone mention above 80. Anyways you guys are the experts Im sure you will chime in and let me know what I need.

I plan on using this bike mostly in the city, however I would like to hit the trails too, but nothing extreme(gravel/dirt paths). So I was thinking that a hybrid bike would be well suited for me but I'm not sure. I read a previous post and someone around my weight and a bit taller bought himself a Trek 7300, so I guess Ill start there. As for budget, I know with other hobbies buying cheap is buying twice, even sometimes three times so I am willing to spend what it takes to get a decent rig that will do the job. My budget is about $1000 which ideally will include the bike and other accessories/upgrades. Comfort is important to me, first thing I was planning to do when I get a rig, is try to find the most comfortable seat possible.

Anyways, I would appreciate any help or advice anyone has to offer. Also wanted to note that I am located in the Greater Toronto Area, so if there are any locals out there that can recommend a good bike shop I would really appreciate it. Im heading to a store tomorrow that is a Trek dealer to just to look and see.

Thanks again,
Joseph

iced_theater

I think any saddle you get is going to be uncomfortable for a few weeks until your sit bones get used to it.

jhuynh

yeah i figured as much, I think maybe I will wait till I get use to it, so then im more appreciative of more comfy saddles

wayne pattee

Sounds like the Trek will be perfect for what you want to do.
After a while you can keep on the look out for something used ,road or mountain, if you want to go in those directions.
Welcome and pictures of your bike when you get it are welcome.

wrk101

Rigid frame mountain bike. If you get a hybrid, replace the shock seat post with a solid post (ebay or similar will work, if you buy new, you could probably have the bike shop change it right there).

I have 4E feet and use knee savers on the pedals. I highly recommend them. Either search for pedal extenders on ebay, or here is the item number: 140208150878

I have no connection with the selller. But this is the cheapest place I have found for them (I am a happy owner of a set).

jhuynh

Thanks for info, is the reason for the change in seat post due to my weight?

Tom Stormcrowe

A Spring load seat post will waste pedal energy and just add weight to the bike with no real benefit. It will just bottom out and make saddle height adjustment more difficult.