[QUOTE=snpdragn]

Also, when looking for a bike, I'm really tall - 5'10" and I had heard that women's bikes were better for women, but wondered if that was true and if it would make a difference to me since I'm so tall.

Welcome snpdragn - I dont ride a womens specific design and Im 5'4". I think greenchick hit it on the nose try lots of bikes and see what fits you best we are all so different .

Have fun and enjoy the search for the perfect bike.

PS - There are heaps of us newbies here so you will never feel clueless with us.