Originally Posted by fireworks
I'm willing to hear you out. Like I said I don't really know a lot about bikes yet.
The main usage would be for errands around the neighbourhood, pulling the kids in the trailer, and late night roaming to blow some steam.
I don't have my mind set on anything yet so I'm will to hear what kind of rig you think would be good for this kind of riding.
I don't _really_ have a budget but I don't want to spend more than I have to and I'm okay with buying used.
Sounds like a comfortable road bike would do you well...a lot of entry level roadies have a more relaxed frame design, and the skinny tires just make riding effortless...a lot of people talk about cruisers and stuff as relaxing but I'd rather have my little road bike. I can go fast if I want (and do), and I could put a rack if I ever felt I needed more than what my gigantic messenger bag holds.
I think it's great you want to ride with your kids, it'll be something they fondly remember hopefully!