Good for you Rainman! So far this summer, I have fixed up two different bikes for my bride...an old road bike and a 10-speed comfort bike. She did not get along on the road bike at all, so I donated it to the LBS with the proviso that they give it to someone who is just getting started and needs a bike. We have been out twice, for a total distance of 6 miles! But, it is a start, I hope! Doing a picnic is a good idea, bet I use that one!

Never thought about that though, toolfreak, this could get expensive! Oh well, it would be worth it to have the occasional companion!