Climbing the steepest streets in San Francisco on a folding bike

[Veronica]

Don't forget, many men hate being "chicked", so they will bust their *** to outdo a woman.

You are the window through which you see the world.

Veronica

[luv2climb]

You are the window through which you see the world.

Veronica

Huh? English, please!

I base my opinions on past experiences, both my own and other people's. Sorry if you can't accept that some, not all, men feel threatened by women who are at least somewhat strong. Before you get your panties in a wad, I am not talking about the BF poster who said he rode up Broderick in a 34x26. I don't even know who he is. I just wanted more concrete proof of his climb, that's all.

[shootingstar]

There's nothing wrong asking for abit of proof. Why is Garmin data proof so critical anyway? My partner cycled across Canada twice with his gear solo and I didn't have to ask for Garmin proof. He had photos of where he went and stories how wiped out he was on certain day.

I'm sure we know we can't ask the sherpas in Tibet for Garmin proof when they carry trekking loads up those steep altitudes for themselves or for tour groups.

Anyway, any experienced cyclist, even for a turtle like me who ends up walking up some of those type of hills with my bike, knows it's not an easy feat.

I enjoyed the video luv2climb. I've been to 'Frisco (twice).

[ladyicon]

WOW! Great photos, and good for you for even attempting it. Now I know not to take my bike there, hills are my worst enemy, but I fight them all the time. Kudos to you for doing it.

[luv2climb]

I probably should have kept my cynicism to myself, as it seems to have hit a nerve with Veronica, who should probably just put me on ignore.

I've seen videos of the Dirty Dozen bike race in Pittsburgh, PA where the riders climbed Canton Ave, a cobbled 37% grade. I have no doubt in my mind that everyone who I saw ride up Canton could make it up Broderick no problem.

I just don't feel comfortable making claims of climbing 31.5% grades with a folding bike without some kind of proof. I want people to have no doubt that what I said I did is true.

Even Garmin data is no longer foolproof. When I upload my data, there is now an option for "full edit". That means I could be dishonest and change the readings. No way am I doing that!

[luv2climb]

I want to thank all those who gave positive feedback. You are the reason I post these videos and pictures. I wouldn't do it if it didn't make people happy.

As far as those who only speak up when they have something negative to say to me, turn off your computers, go outside, and go for a ride or do some other type of exercise, It's much more productive to take your frustrations out on the pedals than on some random stranger on the internet.