Mimi - I have dealt with plenty of wind and heat, that's for sure. The heat index was 105 when I got off work today. Wow, 1800 miles!! That is so awesome. I wish my situation would allow me to ride to work - I think having a destination is better for my motivation than just a ride with no plan. I started riding for several reasons. Primarily, I would like to improve my fitness, but also I thought I was going to enjoy it!!

Sundial, thanks for telling me that you used to hate stuff about riding. I think this bike fits me pretty well and is actually the first bike I have ever ridden that even came close. I do plan to have a professional fitting done (as I did with my comfort bike), but am going to wait until I get some new pedals. I could use a more comfortable saddle and a bit shorter stem as well. Money is pretty tight, so I have had to space things out a bit. Maybe I really do have to get all these things just right before my "Aha!" moment can happen.