Hi... you've received a WHOLE bunch of great advice here... so just wanted to add my welcome to cycling!

I'm another firm believer that cycling is one sport that is not age/weight/gender specific! ANYONE that wants to ride a bike, can!

Be sure when you ride you have cash and an ID (and cellphone if ya have one!) as well as the things listed above... cash to save you from a bonk, get you food OR as a boot (can help ya if you blow out a tire not just the tube... I know greek, but trust me!) and an ID... well, just in case someone needs to know who you are... worst case scenario, but crashes happen. (knock on wood!!!)

this is a great and social hobby... welcome aboard the cycling crazy train!