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I'm considering learning how to ride a bicycle for going to buy groceries, run errands, etc. What would be a good bicycle for me to buy given the following information?
- I've never ridden a bicycle before; I'm 5'5", lightweight, and not very strong
- I'd like to use it for 5-20 minute trips to and from various grocery stores, going over terrain that ranges from flat to slightly hilly
- I'm frightened of cars
- I need to lock up my bike outside or take it inside, and I'd prefer the latter, but I don't have much space, so a compact bike might be nice I don't sacrifice too much
- I need a way to be able to put groceries on the bike too, like a big basket or something
- I'm willing to pay more for substantive increases in quality and durability but ultimately I don't need anything super-fancy as my needs are pretty ordinary
