[Jetsss]

Have no idea really where to start. I'm 45 years old and 340 lbs. Would like to start biking for exersice. I live in a rural area, but would probably be mostly riding on pavement. I would like to start with spending under $400. if that is possible and work my way up. Not even sure if there is a bike that would hold my weight.
I have checked places like ebay but I don't think I would like to start that way.
Is there a type of bike that is in between a road and mountain bike. If you can be specific...very specific.
I have had some medical issues that have caused me to gain some weight, but nothing that would prevent me now from riding a bike. I'll start out slow...but I just want to start. Thank you so much in advance....Kevin

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[dogonfr]

Welcome to MTBR it is a great place for information & fun. :thumbsup:

You should check out the Clydsdale forum ther will be much more information there to assist you with your search. Dont buy anything untill you know what you are paying for, doing your recearch now is a very wise choice. :cornut:

http://forums.mtbr.com/forumdisplay.php?f=95

 

[JimC.]

What he said...

I believe that if you get yourself on a good ride, you'll discove the inner kid and start to really enjoy the riding. Weight will go down at what ever rate, but down's better than up; medical issues may improve with repeated excercise. Nothing to lose but weight and nothing to gain but better health. And BTW, I didn't start till 43, now I'm 59 and still love to ride.

The Clyde forum will be your best resource.

Good luck, keep us posted. Jim

 

[Jetsss]

Jim,
Thanks so much for your encouragement that really means so much to me. I'm really excited about this. I can't wait to get started.....Kevin

 

[notrelatedtoted]

Visit the local bike shops and talk with them about what they would recommend. They'll help get you pointed in the right direction.

Good luck and have fun.

 

[oldskoolbiker]

I think you will have to get a Mountain Bike to get the strength you are looking for. Mountain bikes actually ride good on pavement with the right tires. A couple of models I can think of which may be a good fit for a heavy rider are:

Kona Hoss:
http://www.konaworld.com/shopping_c...roduct_detail.aspx?productid=360&parentid=253

Jamis Komodo:
http://www.jamisbikes.com/usa/bikes/06_komodo1.html

And as others have said, post in the Clyde forum.