Bikeforums.net is a forum about nothing but bikes. Our community can help you find information about hard-to-find and localized information like bicycle tours, specialties like where in your area to have your recumbent bike serviced, or what are the best bicycle tires and seats for the activities you use your bike for.JimmyNH
03-04-07, 07:54 PM
Hey Julian,
Great ride today - a big THANK YOU! Sorry, I didn't have a chance to talk to you after the ride, I had to rush back home. That hill was hard, even with the tail wind. Thanks for the water - I did use some. Next time I'll know how much I need, but it might be a good idea if you keep this practice in future. It is especially helpfull for first-timers. Also thanks for hauling our extra clothing to the top of the climb. It was cold up there :( . I saw snow in a few shady spots.
I would recommend this hill climb to all who like climbing and competition. The road is in great condition, very little traffic. There is nothing too steep - maybe a few short sections around 10% but that's about it. The average grade is around 6% - very doable for an average climber. There is nothing flat though (apart from the first and last 0.25 miles).
It was a gentlemen's competition. Quite a few guys were going back while I was still climbing and all of them were very supportive.
Great ride today - a big THANK YOU! Sorry, I didn't have a chance to talk to you after the ride, I had to rush back home. That hill was hard, even with the tail wind. Thanks for the water - I did use some. Next time I'll know how much I need, but it might be a good idea if you keep this practice in future. It is especially helpfull for first-timers. Also thanks for hauling our extra clothing to the top of the climb. It was cold up there :( . I saw snow in a few shady spots.
I would recommend this hill climb to all who like climbing and competition. The road is in great condition, very little traffic. There is nothing too steep - maybe a few short sections around 10% but that's about it. The average grade is around 6% - very doable for an average climber. There is nothing flat though (apart from the first and last 0.25 miles).
It was a gentlemen's competition. Quite a few guys were going back while I was still climbing and all of them were very supportive.