Originally Posted by
avidone1
The limitation is not the bike, it's the rider
We Americans are so tuned into the hype that bombards us with myths regarding the 'correct' gear, clothes, components, etc etc etc.
Yes there is no doubt that having the perfect bike for every contingency is ideal. but we forget that millions of people around the world ride bicycles as there sole means of transportation. They do just fine using the same bike day in and day out putting many miles in on crappy roads and all kinds of whether.
We are so spoiled..........................................just sayin'
^This!
It also depends a lot on what you are used to. Start out slowly, gradually taking longer and longer rides (as opposed to just hopping on the bike and going out for a long ride immediately)- give your body time to acclimate and adapt, and you'll likely be fine and quite comfortable. Might not be the fastest guy out there...but sometimes it's fun to not be so fast, and to just enjoy the ride and scenery.