Good advice from others, and Jay's is a good place to buy a bike. They are knowledgeable, will give you several options, and be there to sevice your bike. Try to go during a weekday when they're not too busy. Most bike stores get pretty rushed on Saturdays. Tell them that you don't know how to ride. They'll fix you up with a stable bike with wider tires - either a cruiser (think retro) or a hybred (nice, regular bike). If you're just riding around neighborhood, you will be set. Start out on grass, on level ground, in a park. Enjoy.