On Jul 12, 8:25*am, Katuzo wrote:
Just for the record, I've looked and there are no places that let me
demo a bike that is within 50 miles of where I live.

When I did look at the Sedona yesterday, one place had one that had a
14" frame, and it was the only one they had and told me it would fit,
however, I tried out a 16" frame the day before, and I was able to
touch both heels to the floor on it.
Thats why I don't trust sales people.

Why the Sedona, there are alot of Giant dealers in my area (16), they
get high ratings, and there are within my price range (less than
$500). Plus the girl at the store explained that a Sedona would be
more versatile and more comfortable and be able to ride on trails,
while the Cypress would not. Now I know that the Cypress tire is wide
enough (38cm), to be comfortable, and the Cypress is capable of trail
riding if I ever wish to take a trip to the park and watch the birds
or go fishing. Hopefully, it will be able to handle that if there is
still dew on the grass with not that big of an decrease in safely.

Still have some issues I'd like to resolve however.
What are the disadvantages of a woman's bike over a man's?
My dad (who'se 86) rides a bike, and a few years ago, he lost his
balance getting on the bike outside of a supermarket, and did major
damage to the inside of his thighs. Now he rides a women's bike, and
he likes that just fine.
Thanks
Katuzo

I got a new Giant Tran Send LX a couple of weeks ago, and I love it.
I find it is a very nice cross between a road bike
and a mountain bike. I was looking for a bike that would be good for
the same kind of riding it sounds like you want to do. I used to be
quite into mountain biking, but I am 51 now, and I want to take it
easier. This is the perfect bike for me, and I would recommend it.
Good luck,

Ian