My goal on hills is to always keep as high of a cadence as I can... well, between 90-100 that is.Originally Posted by Lucky, Fabulous
If I have hit my lowest gear... and I can't keep cadence above 90, then so be it.
Generally I won't stand up until my cadence hits below 60. My friend who is a really strong rider and triathlete told me that until you get to 60 and below, you are better off sititng down and pedaling as it's more efficient.
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We have some really great short, steep hills on one road here and on short rides I'll stand the whole time because I like doing that better, but long hills are definitely spin-all-the-way. Sometimes to finish it off standing is nice, but usually I'm just too tired. Climbing is definitely one of those "do what feels best" things. I think I just like passing my friends on hills when I stand
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Word of advice though- even though it uses up a little more oxygen- if your lungs are in good enough shape singing always gets me up hills faster. Helps if you're in the country and no one is around so you can't be self-conscious, but find a couple songs you know all the way through and see if you can sing them on the hills. It's a great feeling when you get to the top of a really huge climb and get to belt it out on the descent (please tell me I'm not alone on this).
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