I suppose I should have mentioned where I live huh? I am in the Palmdale/Lancaster area. I am not a brand new rider I have just avoided climbs due to my size and want to break myself out of that. Thanks for the help!

I'm in Palmdale also. If you want to try some hills, PM me. There are many great hills around here.

Just turn around and go in the other direction. :D

As long as you only plan a one way ride that works fine! ;)