TMertell

Hi everyone. I am Terri and I am new here. I have a 13 year old Schwinn Voyager Sport and other than an uncomfortable seat (replaced with gel and still is not that great) and the occasional wrist and shoulder pain associated with leaning into my handle bars during longer rides, the bike has served me well. I am now ready, at age 50 to get a new bike. Mostly I ride the neighborhood after work and on the weekends, generally 5 or more days per week when the weather is nice. I live in Florida so there really are only a few weeks that I don't ride. My rides are generally a half hour to an hour and a half in duration and are mostly for fresh air, enjoyment, meditation and exercise. I don't care for riding on busy streets---I generally stay on paved paths or neighborhood streets, sidewalks and paths. I enjoy a ride between 7 & 20 mph. I am also hoping to find some group rides to make it more social.

Friends recommend that I purchase an Electra Townie d7 for its comfortable ride. Other friends recommend the Trek Verge 2 for its comfort, reputation and versatility.

I am hoping to hear your opinions and technical expertise for or against either bike and/or your recommendations for other bikes.

IK_biker

Get a unicycle. You already have a bike.

fietsbob

find both, test ride them.. I think Trek distributes both, so would likely be in same store..