Originally Posted by
Zumba
Some paraplegics don't like wheelchairs, but they're the logical choice. What does she have against recumbents?
Probably the same as a lot of us- We want real bikes.
Recumbents are not for everyone- they may enable certain people with injuries to keep riding and some people may actually prefer them- but I am afraid that I have tried recumbents on several occasions and they are not for me.
Now plenty of Bikes out there in the shops and The only way to check them out is to take Mum to the shop and see what types fits Her- Fits her back and she likes. Just remember that a 30 lb comfort bike taht does not ride and fit well is not going to get used. If possible- look at some of the Hybrids around as they are easy to ride.