Originally Posted by
femsh
When I'm going up even a pretty mild hill, my quads (especially around the knee) get this rising, lactic-acid burning feeling that stops me before I even notice my lungs. I remember this being the case with my other bikes more or less, too. Has this happened to anyone else?
it happens to EVERYBODY else
yes, it gets better the more you do it, but you have to be patient. And climbing always hurts a little no matter how long you've been at it. They say it never gets easier, you only get faster.
Your butt will also get used to the wear and tear, too.
so hang in there