What kind of bike is good for paved trails?

T’s CRM SCNE: What kind of bike is good for paved trails?
I would like to find a mens and womens bike that has at least a couple of gears and is smooth for between $ 150-$ 250.

We will only be using these bikes on paved flat trails that have a 2% grade. Thanks!! Best Answer gets 10 points!

Answers and Views:

Answer by Deany
Visit a local bike shop and check out their comfort and hybrid bikes….you may need to spend a tad more than $ 250 per bike, but by buying from a bike shop you will get a quality bike that will last you more than a season or two. Four years ago I paid $ 250 for a Raleigh Ventura comfort bike, it has 7 speeds and would most likely meet your needs, but I have found my hybrid (Giant Cypress), which I paid $ 350, allows me to ride on a variety surfaces safely. When at the bike shop be sure to ask them what they are recommending for you and if they have any of last years models on clearance..a great way to get a a quality bike for less $ $ . Good luck and happy riding

Answer by sfr1224
I concur with Deany. Sounds like either a comfort bike or hybrid is what you want to look for. I also agree you are best off going to a bike shop – they will fit you to the appropriate size bike and you can rest assured it is assembled properly. $ 250 may be a hair low, price wise, but you’ll be getting a better bike.

Let your sense of style and comfort determine whether you get comfort bikes or hybrids. While not exactly to my taste, (I prefer Italian racing machines) comfort bikes come with a great sense of style, particularly if want a retro style cruiser. Hybrids, a cross between a road bike and a mountain bike, have a more up-to-date sensibility. The great thing about modern comfort bikes and hybrids is they all tend to be built of lightweight, high quality aluminium alloys. Thus, they provide good performance and high durability.

In any case, take a good long ride on each model you consider. A 10 minute spin around the shop’s parking lot will not turn up fit issues. An hour or more per bike will help you know you are getting the right bike for you.

Hope this helps.

Answer by eric the great
try townie they have them 1 to 24 gears, you might get one for $ 250 about for a bike.