Originally Posted by
carferna
I really don't change my gears as frequently as the Pro's would so I don't care too much about the shifting
I don't know how often pros shift, but learning how to be in the right gear at the right time will greatly improve your ride experience. It takes time but soon you will shift without even thinking about it. Depending on where you ride you may not need the whole range, but shifting to keep a fairly constant cadence most of the time makes my rides more enjoyable. Lots of hills here and I use nearly every combination of gears on a typical ride.
The bike shop shop may offer a fitting service, it is well worth the investment. Some even do it for free with a bike purchase.