<p>Hi! Yeah in addition to Target (where I got mine as well, a decade ago), Craigslist San Diego may have some used one(s) for cheaper. I’m not sure if hybrid is the best as I don’t know much about bikes other than that gears are almost necessary for hilly areas. Above all I’d make sure you’re comfortable on it, this is #1. If it’s at Target, perhaps try riding it around in the store – who cares if anyone objects or gives you weird looks, they’re boring people. </p>
<p>Oh also I came across this: [Bicycling</a> Programs](<a href=“http://sustainability.ucsd.edu/initiatives/cycling.html]Bicycling”>http://sustainability.ucsd.edu/initiatives/cycling.html), it looks like UCSD even offers bike rentals for students, in case you don’t want to buy/own one!</p>