OK ladies, I have done the deed. I just got home and unloaded my new bike, a 16" Trek Navigator. It's a "girly" bike in that in has a step through but I really need it right now. Not having been on a bike in more than 30 years it was more than a little daunting. My problems are starting and stopping but I'm getting the hang of the actual riding. How did all of you learn how to shift gears? Also, how do you develp confidence in the starting and stopping? The pedals seem so tall/thick and I don't always feel my feet are securely on the pedals. When you stop, do you leave the seat before stretching to the ground?

On a positive note though, I have learned how to take off my front tire so I can put the bike in my car to transport.