Looking for a set of Hybrid Bikes

Me and the misses are looking to get into biking. We're thinking hybrid's to start off because we want to do local city stuff with the option of trails and off-roading. They'll be our first "real" bikes really, and I'm looking to spend around up to $250 per bike. I'm 6'2" 240 and she's 5'7" 120, no clue what sizes we'd be looking at.

I'm looking for the best deal possible obviously, I'm in Bensalem (Philly suburb) and would be happy to drive somewhere or order online. I need to pay with a credit card due to the BoA cashback deal I'm waiting to come in, so Craigslist is not an option sadly.

I can safely say I know nothing about bikes, so any help is appreciated.

Thanks!

Won't get much for $250 unless you go used but then you need to know what you're looking for. Department store bikes are all junk. Your best bet is http://www.bikesdirect.com

I would look around for a local bike shop and ask if you can try a couple of bikes, get a feel for what you like/etc.

I'm realizing that my ceiling isn't very high. I was hoping I got get a K2 from Sports Authority with a coupon but didn't realize the coupons excluded K2.

I'm going to hit up a bike shop soon but I doubt I'll get an amazing deal. And yea, I'd go used if I knew at all what I was looking for.

Hopefully someone can come up with a good idea or something, otherwise I seem to be out of luck. Thanks so far!

Did you look at Bikesdirect? Also, if you have a REI or Performance Bike near you they might be worth checking out.

I did look at Bikesdirect, the only one really in range has horrid reviews. I'll look and see if I have those shops locally, thanks!