what is the most suitable bikes for an overweight person?

kennytlog
kennytlog Posts: 2
edited April 2016 in Health, fitness & training
I am very overweight and planning to keep fit by riding bikes.I used to ride many years ago but haven't done so for long time. I am very concerned that the bike i buy will break when i sit on it because it cannot hold enough pressure.I know nothing about bikes so I need some advice on what bike would be suitable for me.

Thanks

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  • kinioo
    kinioo Posts: 776
    Probably any bike will do, as long it has two wheels and couple of pedals...
  • bompington
    bompington Posts: 7,674
    The best bike for an overweight person, like the best bike for anyone, is a bike that you ride lots.

    Bikes are way stronger than people think. Almost any bike will do: get something comfortable and cheap.

    You could pick up something cheap second hand but I'd recommend Halfords, they have a poor reputation for customer service, and the skill and knowledge level of their staff is rarely brilliant, but their own-brand bikes - Apollo, Carrera - are good value for money. Or find a local independent bike shop - you will probably pay more but get much better advice and service.

    A mountain bike is probably the most versatile but full suspension probably won't do much for you - if it's exercise you want then you need to be pedalling on the flat or uphill, not bouncing around on downhill tracks (which is fun, mind you). If you intend to stick to roads, cycle paths, towpaths, forestry tracks - basically not really rough terrain - then you could consider a hybrid or rigid MTB i.e. one with no suspension.
  • oodboo
    oodboo Posts: 2,171
    The Kona Hoss was a bike built for heavy riders but I don't think they make it any more. Probably because, as others have said, bikes are pretty strong. You may have an issue with stock wheels though, I know I did with wheels fitted to three specialized bikes I've owned. However, the stock wheels on the two Genesis bikes I've had have proven to be pretty tough.
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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    I'd suggest looking at two options.

    Carrera Subway
    Strong as an Ox, not the most refined bike in the world but just keep on going
    Voodoo Marasa
    A much nicer bike to ride, reasonably fast and with just a change of tyre can be a fast road Hybrid or a Rigid 29er MTB

    Both are Halfords.
    The Formula wheels used on both are fairly robust and not too heavy.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • ArniSig
    ArniSig Posts: 10
    A Fatbike :) :P :twisted:
  • Andyn11
    Andyn11 Posts: 31
    It's good to see someone who's wanting to lose weight actually do it the right way and not just starve their body without a change of physical activity. Plenty of good advice on this forum, just remember not to over do it and enjoy your riding. Even if you end up walking half the route pushing the bike you're most likely getting more exercise than you would staying at home.

    Used to be a common sight to see me pushing my bike up any sort of hill, but now I make it half way up

    Good luck

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