Need a Bike Recommendation for My Dad

My dad, who's almost 70, recently started riding his bike following a hip replacement (based on doctor's orders).

Over the past couple weeks, the cycling bug must be taking hold, because his mileage and speed is steadily increasing and he's even using his iPhone to track his rides on Strava.

He's got one of those Trek "comfort bikes," which he has stubbornly said is all he needs, but now that he's getting into riding more, he's starting to want something a little faster.

So...something good for recreational rides on pavement and bike paths in Arizona, reasonably light and fast but also comfortable. Not too expensive, but good quality.

Ok...GO! (and thank you for your input)

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Permalink Reply by Anne Alt on March 12, 2015 at 5:52am

Here's another - Raleigh offers their Clubman in a mixte.

http://www.roadbikereview.com/reviews/just-in-raleigh-clubman-mixte

Permalink Reply by Yasmeen on March 12, 2015 at 6:15am

I think the Bianchi Volpe or Surly Cross Check would be excellent options and allow him the possibility of future tours. And it would match his new, hip lifestyle.

Permalink Reply by Yasmeen on March 12, 2015 at 6:53am

Totes. He's hip and he has a new hip.

Permalink Reply by Brett Ratner on March 12, 2015 at 6:23am

Thank you for the suggestions! He doesn't have mobility issues...and I'm sure he'd prefer a standard top tube (vs. a mixte).

The Cross Check/Straggler/Volpe/Clubman are definitely along the lines of what I had in mind. The Coda could be a good option if he'd prefer flat bars.

The 650b is an intriguing option, since he's a few inches shorter than I am...and I'm not tall to begin with. 

Permalink Reply by Berg Jensen on March 12, 2015 at 6:44am

If you get the straggler before April, you can get $150 off a full bike price.

Straggler was going head to head with Wolverine when I was making my decision.

If at any time he'd want to go single speed, he can do that easily with the Straggler.

Permalink Reply by Brett Ratner on March 12, 2015 at 7:54am

I don't ever see him going single speed. I could see the Wolverine being a good option too, though!

Permalink Reply by Kevin Mulcky on March 12, 2015 at 9:05am
Take him to a trusted bike shop and let him try out a few bikes. I've noticed that oftentimes people recommend the bike that they wish to have, not necessarily what's best for the new rider.
Permalink Reply by Brett Ratner on March 12, 2015 at 10:15am

Definitely agree. I look forward to when he gets on a road bike and feels how much easier it is to propel than the hybrid he's on.

Permalink Reply by Doug Haynes on March 12, 2015 at 10:36am

There are so many questions to ask and discussion to have before a worthwhile recommendation can be made.

What is he riding now, what does he like?  What does he not like?

How much does he ride, what are his goals in cycling?

Permalink Reply by Tom A.K. on March 12, 2015 at 12:23pm
http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/mercier/galaxy_al_xi_sc2.htm?gc...


Transition road bike. Light weight aluminium, slight comfortable upright position, 'faster', reasonably priced, upgrade/resellable.

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