Need help on deciding which comfort bike for GF under $400

[Kano]

I am not tall like her, only 5 '4, but I chose a Specialized Expedition Sport this spring -- aside from the seat that came with it, I love it!

I have no special knowledge of bikes, but of the bikes I tried out, it was the most comfortable. The "bike guy" said some folk don't like that twisty shifter mechanism (as opposed to the levers) but I have found that much easier than what I've used in the past.

In spite of having seat issues to work out yet, I've been happil putting 5-18 miles on this bike several days a week, depending on what time allows me.

The more I learn about myself on a bike, and the hobby/sport in general, I can see myself "graduating" to a road bike at some point. For now, this one is going to go a long way toward helping me to be a healthier, stronger, leaner grandma!

Karen in Boise

[Delta7]

If you can't decide, I'd go with Specialized. I had a Crossroads, which I thought was very cool before getting the Ruby (which I love)

[farrellcollie]

I have a three year old raleigh C40 hybrid which I use to commute - it has been reliable and easy to deal with - no problems- but it does weigh a ton. I would not get suspension front again - heavy and not really necessary for the roads I ride on. the Jamis coda bikes are 8-10 lbs lighter ( and probably more expensive - but I don't know) than the Explorer ones.

[GreenLady]

I had the Trek Navigator 100 for a couple of years (before it got stolen). It was a great bike for running errands around town, as well as rides in the countryside. It was very comfortable and the components lasted very well - I didn't have to change anything in 2 years. My model didn't have front suspension, and it didn't bother me at all.

I still miss that little bike.