[Northendzone]

Originally Posted by Fuzz

You might want to look at something like this:
https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5048-4...d-Tape-Bicycle

with the nexus hub. Saves maintenance. You won't be doing big climbs with it, but for your needs it would work well.

I would not get overly excited about his bike as it does not have disc brakes.

if your budget is $1,000 you'll be able to find a pretty decent bike with disc brakes. I'd suggest going to visit your local bike shop (LBS). they will have some good options for your wife