I have to really thank all your inputs, it has put me on a reality check. I tend to get impatient and think I've been expecting too much too soon. (started riding again 2-1/2 months ago) My mental image was of 15-20 years ago when hills were fun to see who would make it up to the summit first. I have to come back down to earth and just put in my time just riding. But, buying that 20 pound road bike will not hurt either, LOL!

Thanks!..knotty