You just need to ride more and adjust the fit. The fit makes a big difference in how I feel after a ride, but really ride more, even 30 minutes a day will help you feel better riding and even make you want to ride more.

Yes, I think it was just that I've been on a break from biking, since winter is here. Plus, that it was cold out on that day. Been exercising on the exercise bike for about 30 minutes per day. For about at least 3-4 times a week. Trying to rebuild muscles and strength on my legs. Getting it prepare for spring time biking.

The bike is new and yes I did pumped up the tires before riding. I think it was just me being out of shape, the weather being cold and a rookies' mistake for not adjusting the brake correctly and not tightening up the nut on the pedal etc.

I'm sorry, ChowChow!

I think the ribbing was due to my kidding around. I didn't mean to cause you any embarrassment...

- Slim :(

Cold air is harder to ride in. On my in bound commute there is a gentle downslope about a km long and road is smooth. During warm weather (above 18 c) - there is a road marker at the top, if I am going 18 kph when I pass it- then if i coast to the bottom - i usually am going 35 or 36 kph. In colder weather (near 0 c), same location - barely top 30 kph at bottom. You can really feel the air density affect when temp goes below 5 c.

That's surprising, but I will easily agree that cold weather doesn't promote easy breathing, and it does take more effort when wearing heavy clothing.

I ride up certain hills without a thought. I used to avoid those hills. You just gots to ride.