Now I'm following you. Perhaps a flat bar road bike would work. Most of the major manufacturers make at least one. I like Jamis for the money. But keep an eye on Craigslist, too. I'm not sure you're going to find anything that's super light (unless you're willing to pay for it) but with generous gearing, your daughter should be okay.
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