The father in law is looking at getting a bike to poottle around town with and maybe go on some gentle offroad trails. He's been to his LBS and I'm happy so far that they've actually listened to what he wants and not tried to sell him a MTB.

Here is what they recommend in his price range:

http://www.norco.com/bikes/urban/hybrid/rideau/

I'm not familiar with these bikes but it looks ok to me, I think I can just make out the braze ons for a rear rack and I'm hoping it's an easy fit for fenders.

Anyone know about these bikes?