Assembled the bike last week and threw on the Crank Bros. Mallet pedals for a quick ride around the block. Then the rain started. Lots of rain. Ark-building rain.

It cleared up this weekend and I was able to take a couple of 12-15 mile rides. This bike is going to work out just fine for winter. Despite the differences between this and my various road bikes, I was able to ride comfortably with no aches, pains, or sore spots. I'm really glad to have this all resolved while the weather is nice. Without a speedo I have no idea how fast or slow I was going but the pace was just fine for the purposes of winter riding where the goal is simply to arrive.

Bob