There is a 1 kilometer climb near here that was used in the Tour of California and part of it is 23%. I have climbed it a few times over the years but I really don't like it. One time I had to stop and restart but the other times I have made it without stopping, although one of those climbs was before the race came through and a friend came out of the crowd and pushed me for a bit.
I am 205 pounds and used a 30x25.
Last edited by big john; 09-13-13 at 09:32 PM.