Thanks New2Two, very encouraging and helpful post.
I fully understand that a quality bike is the key to comfort and use, but renting is not an option here in the Catskill Mtns, so buying a cheap bike is probably the best option. If it lasts a season, and got good use, it was money well spent.... not just on the relationship part, but the fitness for her too. She has a "normal" body buts want to be thinner and more fit. Makes no difference to me but when she's happy, so am I.