Well, managed to get out for a really short ride after work...only 20 minutes as I had someplace to be at 6. The bike is great--a very nice ride even on the rough areas of pavement and I had no trouble getting the hang of the bar-end shifters--but the stock saddle has got to go! I will try that Selle Anatomica that was so bad on the poorly-fitting bike and see if it is comfortable on this one...I have a feeling it may work but will have to see. Otherwise I may be asking some of you for saddle recommendations. Hopefully I can get out for a longer ride soon!