Thanks guys. I'm gonna try and find out if there are any better beginner trails in my area. I'm in Toronto, and this was the trail that begins at Pottery Road. I was supposed to do a place called Catalyst with my friend later, but I never even finished the first ride...

Anyone know of a better place to start? Or was I already on the beginner trail?

Only other thing I wanted to ask was related to shifting. I errrrr.. can't. I think I'm running 33x22 right now. The rear cog is horrible though. I'm constantly jumping my chain, even at pretty tight tension, which I've read is caused by the fact that it's basically pulled off a 9-speed casette. Since I have to replace it anyway, should I go for more teeth or does that seem a decent all-around ratio?