first hill ride

[Zen]

I pick some spot just a way ahead, fence, mailbox, greasy spot... and ride for that. Then I pick another. Finally, I'm close enough that I can pick the top of the hill.

That's exactly what I do, too.
greasy spot
road kill?

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

That's exactly what I do, too.
greasy spot
road kill?

Ah yes, the always inspiring "if I can just make it to that next bloated racoon" mantra!

The more hills you do, the smaller they get.
(Had to chuckle at the Oklahoma part though.)

Tip- If you're a beginner, you might not want to be changing big gears (left hand shifter) right in the middle of your hardest climb. Get into your chosen big ring at the bottom, and then play with your rear gears during the climb.