Originally Posted by
AD223
Thanks, SETHAZ
I live in FLA, so no hills, but I do see taking weekend trips further north. so possibly once in a while, but not for the daily rides.
I see a 'mid pace' for a while, and them doing 10-20 miles rides at a specified clip - monitoring cadence and time elapsed more closely.
I'm not looking for someone to say 'buy this bike' - but honestly going to the bike stores the people there treat you like you're a dummy. Everyone has an ego.
Budget is about $500; upwards of $700.
I had a Gary Fisher hybrid type bike, but when I moved I gave it away about 5 years ago. It was sort of heavy. It rode solid.
I do remember my back getting tight from leaning over.
That will get you a modern equivalent to your old Gary Fisher. Maybe a couple of pounds lighter. If you want to get into a basic road bike or gravel bike you might need to go up in price a bit.