u/Brilliant_Music7693

Hey guys! I’m looking to buy my first bike to start cycling around the Gold Coast. I’m a beginner starting from scratch with my fitness, wanting to use cycling as my main sport to get in shape and explore.
Vibe: I don't care about riding at 100 km/h on paved roads. I want something versatile that lets me explore (bike paths, gravel trails, coastal routes), build muscle/fitness, and still get a bit of an adrenaline rush when going downhill or cruising fast.
Pedals: Flat pedals with normal sneakers (no clipping in).
Ergonomics: Need a comfortable upright/relaxed position that won't pull on my shoulders/neck (I have slightly rounded shoulders).
Budget: < $1,000 AUD.

Which kind of bike should look in to?

some background on the car. The right engine mount was replaced some time ago. Today the left engine mount was replaced, but after the repair the noise has actually gotten worse.

Current symptoms:

•	Loud banging/knocking noise especially in 1st and 2nd gear

•	Strong vibrations, especially at low revs and idle  
•	Noise and vibration worse during acceleration and when changing gears

What can be?

some background on the car. The right engine mount was replaced some time ago. Today the left engine mount was replaced, but after the repair the noise has actually gotten worse.

Current symptoms:

•	Loud banging/knocking noise especially in 1st and 2nd gear

•	Strong vibrations, especially at low revs and idle  
•	Noise and vibration worse during acceleration and when changing gears

What can be?