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Old 07-21-11 | 12:23 PM
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Elkhound
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Originally Posted by catonec
they make bicycles with multiple gears so you dont have to walk uphill or force through anything.
That's why I don't see the attraction of singlespeed or fixed gear unless you live in a comparatively flat area. If you live somewhere with significant hills, then gears are a must. If I wanted to be walking up hills, I'd take up hiking rather than cycling.
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