>>971524get you a 29er hardtail to start with. regular platform pedals, any old skate shoe, a good extended-coverage helmet (DO NOT skimp on this), some full-fingered gloves and maybe kneepads if you're going to get frisky right off the bat.
also get some bike shorts with a good chamois. do not skimp on these, either. just... trust. you want these.
THIS is a 29er Hardtail (29-inch wheels, front suspension only hence 'hard tail'), but it is really fucking expensive. Get a less expensive model unless you're a dentist or something.
