I live in the mountains, have always lived in mountains, I love the mountains, unless I'm riding a bike.

Short hills are fun, a short burst on energy, standing to pedal, feeling the weight of my body rocking from side to side, propelling me up in style, visions of TdF... I'm a star!!! Of course this is a hill I can see the gradual incline and top, 50yards, maybe 100 on a good day.
Otherwise I'm with Knot enjoying the flowers, strolling up the hill.

However, I have a goal... It may not be this year, but I will ride the North Cascade Highway to Washington Pass. 3500ft climb in 35 miles... Someday...

Now DOWNHILL is another story... Ooooh how I love the downhill... The ONLY reason to go UP!!!!!