Originally Posted by
Bandera
Although fixed gears are required to compete on the velodrome riding FG on the road has been a training staple of serious club riders for well over a century. A ~70GI is traditional so climbing & descending in moderately hilly terrain doesn't require herculean strength or hamster-in-cage spinning but it does develop a supple, powerful high cadence pedaling style. And it's fun, or not.
Riding FG on the road isn't for everyone.
-Bandera
I suppose my point is that gears were developed specifically for riding hills.
Sure riding fixed is great for serious training, and learning how to pedal like a pro, but In this case I dont think that is his intended purpose.
Use the correct tool for the job at hand when ever you can.
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