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yowza... that sucks man.....Good to hear you're doin better and are up and about! If you're not having back, hip, or shoulder issues I think you could probably get away with whatever style of bike you like. Mountain, road, or any sort of cross in between. Go to several shops, sit on as many as possible, and get quick test rides if you can even if its just in the parking lot.
There is a category of bike out there that most places sell as a "hybrid" but is really more of a comfort bike. Big gel seat, upright handle bars, very upright riding position, low standover height for easy on-off, semi slick tires. Depending on your activity level and comfort level thats an easy place to start.
mountain bikes are going to be a little less "grandma" looking than the hybrid but the aggressive riding position may not be comfortable for you. Sit on them and get a feel for where the bars and seat are. How stretched out you feel, and weather or not the pedals are in a comfortable location for your knee and ankle when moving.
With the seat adjusted to the proper height - do your knees come up too high or have to reach too far to be safe and comfortable. Some bikes position the pedals directly under you, others they are a little bit out front. (MTB vs comfort series)
Start there, do some shopping. I think you would definitely benefit from cycling. It won't beat you up if you get a properly fitting bike. I highly recommend hitting the local bike shops in your area. They will be the most knowledgeable. Don't be put off by sticker shock, just get sized, fitted, test rides, and information. They know people aren't really buying at this time of year and are pretty slow so they will be happy to talk to someone. If they aren't then don't even bother with em'!
I can help you find something for your budget once you find what's going to work for you. Sometimes a great bike can be had at the big box stores, they just won't know a thing about it.
There is a category of bike out there that most places sell as a "hybrid" but is really more of a comfort bike. Big gel seat, upright handle bars, very upright riding position, low standover height for easy on-off, semi slick tires. Depending on your activity level and comfort level thats an easy place to start.
mountain bikes are going to be a little less "grandma" looking than the hybrid but the aggressive riding position may not be comfortable for you. Sit on them and get a feel for where the bars and seat are. How stretched out you feel, and weather or not the pedals are in a comfortable location for your knee and ankle when moving.
With the seat adjusted to the proper height - do your knees come up too high or have to reach too far to be safe and comfortable. Some bikes position the pedals directly under you, others they are a little bit out front. (MTB vs comfort series)
Start there, do some shopping. I think you would definitely benefit from cycling. It won't beat you up if you get a properly fitting bike. I highly recommend hitting the local bike shops in your area. They will be the most knowledgeable. Don't be put off by sticker shock, just get sized, fitted, test rides, and information. They know people aren't really buying at this time of year and are pretty slow so they will be happy to talk to someone. If they aren't then don't even bother with em'!
I can help you find something for your budget once you find what's going to work for you. Sometimes a great bike can be had at the big box stores, they just won't know a thing about it.
but mainly I let a friend borrow the mtb bike. Prob need to ask for it back.
