Quote Originally Posted by allismarie View Post
I was looking for a bike (for a beginner) for exercise purposes. I have been to my local bike shop, and they showed me a cruiser and a hybrid. Both seem a little too bubble-gum for what I'm interested in.

I've been heavily considering the Trek FX 7.3 WSD, but I'm nervous about making that kind of purchase. First, I haven't ever ridden a bike bent over like that. Second, the thin tires, I'm worried about them not being able to handle the rural roads where I live. Lastly, I'm concerned that I should really be getting the cruiser/hybrid, but I'll out grow it quickly.

What do you all think? Thanks in advance!

I have the 7.3 fx. It can take all the abuse Michigan knarly roads can dish out. Unfortunately, it takes it better than my body does! But seriously, 4000 miles and no flat tires, no bent wheel frames, no popped spokes, no broken carbon seat post, none of the problems my husband has had with his bike. I did break a shifter cable once. And, I've spectacularly thrown me and the bike to the pavement in a failed attempt to unclip from my pedals several times. Nice bike. Very trustworthy.