Originally Posted by
55/Rad
"It doesn't get easier...you just get faster" - Greg LeMond
And it doesn't happen with just a change in equipment.
But new gear is always nice.
55/Rad
Not saying better climbing doesn't require proper training, hours, miles, fuel, etc...I realize you can't buy gear to magically do the work for you. The curiosity comes from planning to update my frame next year, and I'd like to know which frame transmits power on a climb more efficiently of the two mentioned (all other factors other than frame model being equal).
Just the same process I go through when choosing other gear, tools, etc. I try to determine which has the characteristics and benefits I'm seeking. I've changed running shoes and realized significant positive benefits. Same can happen with a bike choice.
If a pilot wants to upgrade from an F4 to an F16 so he can capitalize on certain performance benefits, he's still the same pilot, just using a different tool for the job. (I use this analogy because my Dad worked on developing the F16 and I watched the performance comparison films pre-debut, and it was eye-opening).