Lady commuter - need a bike recommendation
Posted: Fri Sep 28, 2012 11:54 am
Hello
Brand new to this forum, and to being a bike enthusiast generally!
I have just moved to Newcastle (NSW) and have started commuting to work (about 12kms). I have a heavy old hand-me-down bike and I think it might be making my commute harder ... well, that's my excuse anyway!
As I have been enjoying this commute, I was thinking of buying a new bike. I will still need to drive to/from work a few days a week so I don't want to spend too much (maybe around $500?) as I don't think it would be justified to spend much more... at least initially.
My main priorities are comfort and that the bike is quite light - I don't really know what else to look for. I would appreciate some help.
I have looked (online) at the XDS ladies retro bike/s with the alloy frame... these look gorgeous but are they any good?
Your advice is much appreciated!
Penny
Brand new to this forum, and to being a bike enthusiast generally!
I have just moved to Newcastle (NSW) and have started commuting to work (about 12kms). I have a heavy old hand-me-down bike and I think it might be making my commute harder ... well, that's my excuse anyway!
As I have been enjoying this commute, I was thinking of buying a new bike. I will still need to drive to/from work a few days a week so I don't want to spend too much (maybe around $500?) as I don't think it would be justified to spend much more... at least initially.
My main priorities are comfort and that the bike is quite light - I don't really know what else to look for. I would appreciate some help.
I have looked (online) at the XDS ladies retro bike/s with the alloy frame... these look gorgeous but are they any good?
Your advice is much appreciated!
Penny