MarkJ
Regular
Hello, I'm 52 and very recently got into cycling. Only been riding for 6 weeks. I tried my hand and got a second-hand boardman 8.6 HYB. I'm semi retired, so I have had time to put the effort in and I am focused on enjoyment and health. I have lost 20 lbs doing 2 or 3 50km rides a week on quiet country lanes, and paths. I love it. My legs ache in between rides but are feeling strong and I feel so much physically better being out and about, just lightens my mood. So I'm hooked and intend to be out all summer and beyond. The bike is a hybrid, though I think leans towards road with no suspension folks. I average about 18kmph when out for nearly 3 hours. Road bikes go past me, but I really like the off roads trials in the woods the most. Just paths with a few bumps on. Now I am thinking of getting a second bike. One a little bit more rugged so I can go on more light trials and explore cross country away form urban areas.
So my question is, do I get another hybrid but with front with suspension like the Boardman MTX or Trek Dual Sport?
or
Go for a entry level mountain bike such as a Trek Marlin or Boardman MHT.
I wonder if the first ones are too similar to what I already have and ask would the mountain bikes stand cross country touring better.
I don't want to be doing extreme trails or jumps. But do want to be able to handle bumpy paths across country. Do long mixed surface rides. I'm not too bothered about sacrificing a bit of speed for comfort. With two bikes, I can have a choice depending on the ride.
Appreciate people's thoughts before I decide.
So my question is, do I get another hybrid but with front with suspension like the Boardman MTX or Trek Dual Sport?
or
Go for a entry level mountain bike such as a Trek Marlin or Boardman MHT.
I wonder if the first ones are too similar to what I already have and ask would the mountain bikes stand cross country touring better.
I don't want to be doing extreme trails or jumps. But do want to be able to handle bumpy paths across country. Do long mixed surface rides. I'm not too bothered about sacrificing a bit of speed for comfort. With two bikes, I can have a choice depending on the ride.
Appreciate people's thoughts before I decide.