Advice for a beginner "perfectionist"

[vinbek]

Cycling is a stress release for me and I can tend to be compulsive. The key for me is to not make it a chore or something I have to check off the list. You should enjoy it and look forward to it. Go at your own pace and have fun. I would ride the bike you have unless its uncomfortable. You can shop for bikes and the more you are out on the road, the better you will be able to determine what kind of bike you want. I hope you enjoy it, its a wonderful journey!!

[Tabby]

Hey EmptyNestor

How's your new pursuit coming along? I started mtb in April, love it, love the dirt, love the obstacles, love all of it. Even when I ride w/the guys, I've learned to ride my own ride.

Now, met a new guy, also new to mtb, but a major and very intense roadie at heart. He things I'd love road riding if I'd give it a try and is willing and ready to teach me everything there is to know about road riding. I'm excited to learn and have borrowed an awesome bike from a friend. He's passionate and aggressive about biking and has a penchent for perfection, so I don't want to feel intimated from his level of excitement (did that make sense)? Any tips on how to learn from a passionate, perfectionist guy?

Tabby