Quote Originally Posted by khagelberg
Heck, it's two months later now, and I can ride 9 miles at a clip before I even realize it. (This week I've ridden 50 miles Woo-hoo -- I have NEVER done 50 of anything before) and I take one road ride a week with a club I really enjoy struggling to keep up with.
Don't get me wrong, I still love the bike, but it seems like I'm carrying a Buffalo up the hills. (That could partially be me), but other riders say I'm working harder because my bike is slower and heavier.
Still having a great time, and surprising myself every day -- I'm sure you will too. --Kymberli
THink of it as "strength" training!! You and I have the same bike. I rode it all winter and man when I got my first road bike I thought I was Flying!! I'll always have a soft spot in my heart for that Navigator but I shoulda got the road bike First!

and woooohoooo on your 50 mile week!.....WTG!! Wasn't that just about one of the bestest feelings in the world?? You Go Girl!!!