I think there's a 12 step program available.

I went into Google maps and turned the bicycle trails option on and you really have great choices for trails. I started with a Hybrid and for the flat country roads I have it wasn't the best choice. I think you need to look at this as a first bike purchase and ask yourself where you think you want to start riding. Living so close to Denver I'd google "Denver bicycle coop" this is where people volunteer their time to rebuild used bicycles and can help you find a used bicycle and learn how to maintain it. You may still decide to get a new bike but getting to know these people is a good idea.

When you get into higher priced bicycles they don't come with pedals because the manufacturer doesn't what kind of pedal you need. Many of us choose to attach our shoes to the pedal and there are many types of pedals to do this. You have to have the correct cleat on your shoes to match-up with the type of pedal you have. When I go into a LBS to test ride a bike, I have to tell them I need SPD pedals on the bike. A friend of mine would have to say SPD-SL, still another would say LOOK and there's a lot more choices.