New to cycling
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KnackeredBike
I do my own stunts
Welcome 
As others have said your bike is fine at least to start off. Pump up the tyres, put a bit of oil on the chain, buy a cheap puncture repair kit and pump and off you go. Go for a D-lock rather than cable lock if you are leaving it anywhere with potential thieves.
If you're riding on the roads I'd recommend reading up at least on secondary and primary positioning, as this will make cycling much more pleasant and result in your having fewer punctures.
Bear in mind that the best route if you're driving isn't always the best route by bike (mainly because we have better shortcuts). Google Maps gives serviceable directions although you sometimes need to choose one of the less circular routes it suggests.
Finally, cycling is a good low impact activity so you can build your fitness quickly - you will be amazed at how much quicker you are even after a couple of weeks. Do it a way you enjoy, there is not a right way, right amount or right type of cycling.
As others have said your bike is fine at least to start off. Pump up the tyres, put a bit of oil on the chain, buy a cheap puncture repair kit and pump and off you go. Go for a D-lock rather than cable lock if you are leaving it anywhere with potential thieves.
If you're riding on the roads I'd recommend reading up at least on secondary and primary positioning, as this will make cycling much more pleasant and result in your having fewer punctures.
Bear in mind that the best route if you're driving isn't always the best route by bike (mainly because we have better shortcuts). Google Maps gives serviceable directions although you sometimes need to choose one of the less circular routes it suggests.
Finally, cycling is a good low impact activity so you can build your fitness quickly - you will be amazed at how much quicker you are even after a couple of weeks. Do it a way you enjoy, there is not a right way, right amount or right type of cycling.