Originally Posted by
lonegunman88240
nevermind i answered my own question, i did a 7 mile ride with a slight head wind that alone told me i still have aways to go, not to mention i think i need to change out my knobbies for road slicks
+1 on the slicks -- good idea.
Not trying to put a damper on your enthusiasm but:
A greater "hazard" is the 'out and back' ride where you start with a tailwind. You feel great cruising easily along with the wind at your back. Then you realize that you may have gone a bit too far and must fight the headwind on the return leg.
You know your own limits. Pushing too much, too fast can lead to injury > no riding> all progress lost. As someone much wiser than me once said, "Discretion is the better part of valor."
You're doing great, you'll be surprised at how fast your ability and edurance will improve.