This evening after work, I went for a longer ride on my new Greenzone. I estimate I did about 2 miles, and was most pleased. I live just down the street from a paved bike/pedestrian Rails to Trails (Cady Way Trail), and rode on a section that is a slight incline. Normally, I would feel noticeable resistance on my other bike going up the shallow grade, but on the Greenzone, it was very little difference from riding on perfectly level ground.

The bike rides on 20 x 1.5 Kenda Kwests that inflate to 65 p.s.i., and they roll very well. Kenda does have a version of this tire that is rated for up to 100 p.s.i. but that would be an overkill, and feel that would make the ride too harsh. As it is, the stiff frame on the stock tires transmit road vibration that is well within my comfort zone.

Just before I logged on to write this, I turned the adjustment pot on the Tourney TZ derailleur until the index shifter worked in perfect sync with the rear cog set, and now the shifts are crisp, precise, and pretty quiet.

I also worked on getting the brake levers in a comfortable angle for my hands, and went through the bike making sure all the nuts, and bolts were tight.

Tomorrow, I will work on the brakes, and those are almost there, but I'm too lazy. I want to watch a movie, and enjoy my Friday night.

Ed