Thansk for the advice. I am actually a little worried about learning to ride my very first road bike because it is so different than my heavy, fat tired hybrid. The bike is a little long for me (long story), and the skinny tires will take some getting used to. I decided that I'm going to have to concentrate on what I'm doing and be careful of the pavement (wet spots, etc.). I'm expecting to love it though! I was so excited the night I bought it that I couldn't sleep. I was up in the middle of the night, reading the catalog again. I can't even imagine what Friday will be like, when I actually get it home!! It will be too cold to ride outside, but spinning on the trainer will probably be a good way to get used to the feel of the riding position and do some tweaking before I hit the roads. I am so excited I can't see straight!! (I'd better fix that before I ride it outside too )