I figure I can get the matching tire later, two wheels are two wheels for the purpose of getting it all set up and adjusted.

The handlebar is more of a concern. I rode it about thirty miles Wednesday. I didn't have any hand pain until mile 25 or so and didn't feel like I had my weight on my hands which was good, but when I stopped at intersections I kept stabbing myself in the thighs with the bar end shifters. I didn't know if this was just a matter of getting used to the drop bar position or if it pointed to a problem with how I set it up. I usually ride a MTB and there is more room between the saddle and the bars with my MTB. When I started riding the MTB on the road I noticed that the bars felt kind of far when staying in the saddle so much. I thought the hand pain after riding so long probably had to do with riding on a naked bar or that I should back the hoods closer to rider for a more even transition between the bar and hood as my LBS had suggested.

I wanted to get it in the best possible position before I attempt to wrap the bars. Are any of my issues a "tell" for a problem that I should be considering? Thanks for the help!