Originally Posted by scrapser

I have a LongBikes Slipstream. I'm still getting acclimated to the feel and handling. To me going up hill is easier as I have much more leverage in my legs to peddle. Starting uphill from a standstill is not easy. Riding slow uphill is also challenging at this point but not impractical.

Overall I am finding the transition to be a matter of practice (no surprise). On an upright you have a lot of things that support each other. You are already in a near standing position so stopping and putting your foot or feet on the ground is a thoughtless task. Turning is in most cases is a simple matter of leaning in the direction of the turn (except where the turn is pronounced).

On my bent, I find balance and control to be much more at the conscious level but it's getting easier over time. The main thing to keep in mind is you will feel the balance in a completely new way and if you have a long wheelbase, steering is much more about keeping the front wheel pointed where you want to go while at the same time using it to keep your balance if going slow enough. I remember learning to ride uprights and the same mental gymnastics are present. Essentially you are re-learning how to ride. I suppose all of this is to be expected but it's still good to put it out there in words.