Big girl needs bike

[JoBear]

Your in the same category as me then.
I try and combine cycling with trips I’d do anyway like shops, gym, family and work. 6-15 mile return journeys.
I used to be 16 stone but am now 10 due to calorie control and cycling. This puts less pressure on my joints.

Wow, that’s brilliant! I am hoping to lose some weight. Some days are easier than others and easy to over do it which stops me from doing anything else for a few days. I walk a couple of miles per day but even that’s tricky sometimes. Now diagnosed with an under active thyroid which makes you prone to weight gain! 🙄 sigh

 

[JoBear]

Do you have a bicycle charity in your area?

It's amazing what is donated to them, then serviced and fitted to you, all for £200 or less. You might find something genuinely old and nice to ride, not fake old and sooo heavy!

Oh I didn’t know this! Thank you!

 

[JoBear]

@JoBear - if your budget's around £500 I'd suggest something similar to a Ridgeback Velocity or Boardman MTX

You need something that fits properly, so a local bike shop is advised. The minor issue at present is stock availability, which is why it's a 'similar to' suggestion. Get in contact with a couple of local ones, ask to try what they have in that budget.

Thank you!

 

[vickster]

Whereabouts are you based @JoBear

You have my sympathies on the good days and bad days

 

[DCBassman]

Some days are easier than others and easy to over do it which stops me from doing anything else for a few days.

You have my sympathies on the good days and bad days

Mine too. Age, arthritis, and waaaay too much surgery.
Keep at it once you have your bike. Cycling is one of those things that help.