Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 4,628
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From: Ontario, Canada
Bikes: iele Latina, Miele Suprema, Miele Uno LS, Miele Miele Beta, MMTB, Bianchi Model Unknown, Fiori Venezia, Fiori Napoli, VeloSport Adamas AX
Don't make the mistake of "MASHING HEAVY GEARS" as that will cause pain in a hurry. Pick nice easy gears and if you start to have to push hard then change the gear to an easier lower one.
What is your terrain like? Is it flat or are you riding hills too?
Cheers