Originally Posted by billdeebs
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I've managed to complete my first 25 miles on the bike. Unfortunately it took me 4 days to do it, but only 1:45 of seat time, so I'm okay with my overall pace, I just don't have the stamina to run long yet. I must say that I've got a much better feel for using the gears to my advantage and now only use the middle front sprocket, whereas the first day I got 'er home I was mashing HARD on the big ring.. Big mistake.. My new top speed is 24.8, and was achieved in about half the distance I achieved my prior top speed.. Gearing is my friend. You guys have it all when you say cadence, less resistance, etc. Words of absolute wisdom!
Riding in too high a gear is a common problem among beginners, I'm told. I've done it. I shouldn't have. Congratulations on the bike purchase, and a belated welcome to the clyde stable.