A couple of these came up in the first thread I started, but since it was under a different topic, I thought it best to move this into a new topic.

I have just re-entered bicycling after a seven year hiatus. I bought my Cannondale last Tuesday (July 11). So far, I like it very much over all. I have a couple of questions for anyone else who has this bike, or a similar one.

1) Tires: The Panaracer website says that my tires are rated for a range of 44-73 psi. I assume that inflating it nearer the minimum might give a cushier ride, and nearer the maximum might make it a bit quicker on pavement but give a stiffer ride. Is that true? How are you inflating your tires? Should both tires be at the same psi?

2) Saddle: My backside is having a hard time adjusting to this saddle. I get some 'sit bone' soreness, but no numbness with 'sensitive parts', shall we say. I'm not sure if I just need some time, padded shorts, or a different saddle. What are your experiences with this saddle? Did anyone else have the adjustment problems I am having? What worked for you? I realize that everyone is a bit different, but I'm looking for a few clues that will help me sort this out.

3) Accessories: So far, I have only added a simple Cannondale computer that gives me speed, odometer, distance traveled in the current ride, and a few other things. I'm thinking that a basic under-the-saddle toolkit might be wise. What else has anyone added? Just looking for ideas.

Thanks for any input.