Originally Posted by
NHKeith
My wife and I are in our 60s looking for recreational rides. We have Trek road bikes but haven't been riding for a while and are looking for something that doesn't need us to be in great shape. We also want bikes more relaxed so are looking at hybrid style. We are in southern NH but travel to the hillier areas of the state and VT. We want enough power to let the bike do much of the work if faced with a serious hill at the end of a ride. Budget is $3-4k. We have a local dealer who carries Gazelle, Diamondback, Bulls, Cannondale and others. I know a test ride is the best way to decide but I am not expecting to get in a thorough test ride at this time of year in NH so am trying to learn as much as possible before paying them a visit.
We're going to NYC for a couple days in the Spring. I want to try that Priority, it may be listed as 500 watts, but I suspect it's more than twice as strong as my Shimano motor. Want to try a couple others in between pigging out on food.
You didn't mention Trek, my wife has the Verve 2, and loves it. They don't offer the best bang for buck, but it's been a good bike for us. But you would have to jump to the $4K Allant 7.
These bikes are usually stiff, something like a Thudbuster is a good idea.