Originally Posted by
Takara
My suggestion is to modify nothing and go on a short, easy, low-mileage tour for a couple of days on a route without super-challenging hills. Observe what bugs you and make changes to address that. You've got a fine starting point -- the changes may be quite minor!
That is my plan. More than anything I just want to know if my ideas are valid or out in left field.
But, from the overall responses, I'd say I've got a green light.