I want to start riding a bike to work a couple of days a week. What kind of bike should I get?

kRiStEn: I want to start riding a bike to work a couple of days a week. What kind of bike should I get?
The commute is pretty flat, but I would also like to be able to take the bike to the beach. I need to know what kind of bike, seat, and helmet to get.

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Answer by SoccerRefToo
Kris

A hybrid bike from a quality manufacturer. The hybrid gives you the upright sitting position, light frame, road type gearing, and wider smooth tires. This will provide a fast, safe, and smooth ride for you. Attach a rear rack with a stainless steel basket to it and you can throw in books, a change of clothes, a bag, even a large bag of groceries! The bike will do well on roads / streets, paths, bike trails, and even light trails. It can also handle the slide that soft sand causes near the beach.

All bike helmets are the same. The extra money buys you a lighter helmet, with better fit and ventilation. So get one that fits your budget and fashion eye…. but, be aware that helmets do vary in shape. So try the helmets from various companies before deciding. I prefer the shape offered by Giro…. so get the helmet that feels the best on your head too! A bad fitting helmet is just uncomfortable, like walking with a pebble in your shoe.

Soccerref

Answer by wle ņ│ã∩╬α ░░▒▓▓▒░░
hybrid
comfort bike
something like that

they come with seats, try that

wle