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Thanks Bob! You are so right about trying before buying. Unfortunately, as I have found over the years, it can be hard to find many smaller bikes to test ride. Shops often don't stock them, as you probably know. But I will certainly do my best when the time comes to buy. Interesting story...

No, I am not actually in the buying market yet. I'm continuing my research, reading and watching reviews. So far I have these models on my radar: Specialized Turbo Como Trek Allant 7S Stagger Liv Thrive EX Pro Cannondale Canvas Neo 1 Remixte step-thru CUBE 20" Compact Sport Hybrid So, I am...

Not doubting what you say for MTBing at all, Stefan. I am a road rider, though. There aren't many of us using spiked platform pedals. And if you're talking about tearing up your legs with clipless pedals and taking a fall, spiked pedals can result in some nasty cuts to the legs if you fall in...

The biggest advantage I see with clipless on my road bikes is when climbing out of the saddle. I am not sure I'd be able to do that if I weren't clipped in. Then again, I am somewhat of a klutz. ;) I don't see as much advantage for utility riding, cruising, or MTBing, but for fast road...

Ah, okay. I still don't think it will work for me, with the zero clearance top tube.

Cool! Glad you found something you really like. Is it a fat bike? Looks like it from the photo. I had a non-electric fat bike when we lived in a beach community, and it also had 24" wheels. Loved it!

Hi! To answer your questions: 1. Budget is fairly open. I haven't bought a new bike in many years, so this will be a special treat for my 60th b-day next year. Up to maybe $4K. 2. Absolutely sweat and get exercise. Cycling is my main fitness activity, I like staying fit, and I love to eat...

Thank you! I hadn't looked at Giant yet. I will definitely check this one out! :)

Thanks -- I'll have a look. I should have mentioned above that I definitely want a Class 3. I am used to being able to ride fast and rather aggressively at times (though I certainly don't mind toodling along at times either), and I certainly need the additional speed support to ride with my...

Yeah, the Specialized Vado SL looks great except for the standover of 770 mm in the Small size. If they made an XS or a lowstep, it would certainly be a contender. I am looking for flat bars as I need the bars higher than the saddle for my back issues. I fractured my pelvis in a cycling...

Thanks! I will certainly give the flats a chance. :)

Thanks for the question, as I did a search wondering this very same thing. I am mostly a roadie with just a little mild MTBing thrown in. I have used clipless pedals on my road bikes exclusively for years. Although I realize that with the motor on an e-bike, I won't necessarily need to pull...

Hi everyone! I've been riding for several decades, mostly roadies but also MTBs, folding bikes, recumbents, tandems, and beach cruisers. I just love bikes and riding. At 59, I've got a lot more aches and pains than I used to, so I am starting to research e-bikes. I also want to be able to...

I read this thread with interest since I am your size and just starting to look at e-bike possibilities. I'm an avid cyclist and have been for a few decades but want to be able to keep up with my faster husband and not suffer quite so much on the hills. I also have a cranky lower bike so am...