My first real bike - My Trek Bike
The day I bought my first real trail bike changed my riding completely. Now, I am able to ride much further and enjoy my rides so much more.
My bike is a Trek 1700. This bike is built for women and is a very comfortable bike as far as riding distances or any ride over 15 minutes. This is the most important thing when taking up bike riding after 40. If your arms , legs, and butt aren’t comfortable, then you don’t really have much of a chance of sticking with it. Trek had very knowledgeable sales people at their stores that make sure the bike fits exactly what you need. The seat of your bike must be at the correct position so your legs fit properly on the pedals.
If you seriously want to take up bike riding, then a decent bike is a must. But, on another note, I must say that I am not a biker, biker, if you know what I mean. No biking shorts and no bright colored shirts. I am not a Lance Armstrong type biker. Just an ordinary woman with a strong desire to stay in shape.
