Quote Originally Posted by aly View Post
...I think I'll probably ride for a couple of weeks before I change anything on the bike. Hopefully, by then, I'll be able to distinguish between new rider pains and bike problems..... We're going to try the same route this evening....Some of it gets pretty steep, but now that I know what to expect, it should be easier... I hope.
For me, it took about 6 to 8 months of riding to be able to distinguish accurately between new rider pains and bike problems.

You say your front brake was not working right but that you "tweaked" it...please don't ride down any steep hills until you make SURE that brake is working PERFECTLY. The front brake is the one with the most stopping power and is very important for your safety.

Have fun!!!!!