thank you for the comments. Chefisaac, i think a fitting is good advice. when i bought the bike they made some adjustments, but nothing like a bike fit. how do you streatch on a bike? just stand up? please let me know if you have a proceedure that helps. i did buy a new seat that is alot more comfortable, however, i dont have any real issues with fit, its just my body saying rest for a minute. its hard to explain. i'm not really tired, i just need to get of the bike. 10 wheels, how long did you have to ride to get that kind of range? and if i may ask, are you anywhere near my size. i have a feeling that i am going to go nowwhere until i loose some weight. actually, quite a bit of weight. thanks