I do realize that I can change anything that I want, but there are some things that I would rather adapt to rather than change. The tire width is pretty different for me, but it is one of the things that I want to get used to. I will probably need to swap out the peddals until everything else seems natural, but I really like the concept of using cleats.

The bike does have a slight downward tilt, but I have ridden other bikes with a similar tilt, just not ones with bullhorn handlebars. I'll have to work on getting a better fit as far as the bars and saddle are concerned. Once I have the basics figured out and I feel comfortable I'll try the cleats again.