I purchased a 2013 Specialized Allez Compact Sport.( Craigslist $600) My previous bike was a Giant Sedona.

Bike is fast and light, rode it 3 miles today. I'm 5'11" and the bike is a 52.

The riding position is different, feels like I'm about to go over the front compared to the giant where I was straight up! The steering is pinpoint, bike is light.

My questions:

1. Is there any way I can adjust the bike so I don't feel so forward falling?
2. The bike has steel pedals what are some decent clip on pedals and shoes going for/ Brands I should look at?
3. Do people still use the cage type pedal that you slide your shoe in?
4. No kickstand is different.

On my previous bike I would be exhausted after 25 miles , new goal is 50 mile ride.

Thanks for any help you can provide, looking forward to learning from you.

PS. Just read about weight limits. I'm 260, is that a problem?


Is there anything else I need to know? Buy? that would help me? tools parts etc.