Originally Posted by
BillShepp
......Any advice on how to ensure she has a positive experience as we start putting in the training miles would be welcome, too!......
Get her used to being in the saddle for long periods - that will take many rides, and you have to start easy, so that she does not have extremely long recovery periods between rides.
Get out on the road; the exact bike you and she choose is not as important as riding it.
Go and test ride these:
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/6079055321.html
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/6103993384.html
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/6103598274.html
https://modesto.craigslist.org/bik/6098784593.html
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/6098438049.html
https://goldcountry.craigslist.org/bik/6070314312.html
Plan some funds for customizing to suit her and your needs - saddles, handle bars, etc.