Originally Posted by cajuntexusa
A lot of thoughts! I'm a beginner so I think I need something to be able to do a lot off street riding. I have read that some of these bikes can run into some money (not a problem). I want something that will let me commute with nature. I live near Nashville, TN so the landscape is not too difficult to look at. I have seen plenty of parks that support bike riders. I'm just not sure which one to look at or should I look at them all?
I would also like to get with a club once I get into shape and can keep up. I don't want to hold anyone back.
p.s. my family lives in Nashville...well Brentwood and I love it there! I would love to bring my bike sometime and ride in the area. BTW...they haven't seen me since dropping nearly 100 pounds so I am very much looking forward to Christmas!! Good luck on finding a bike, I think you will find it to be the best investment you ever made! Be warned...addiction is just around the corner. But what a sweet addiction it is!