Originally Posted by
Miele Man
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
The terrain that I've ridden so far is pretty flat. My street ascends at about a 15 degree angle; but due to my physical shape, even that was difficult. At least until I stopped 'mashing heavy gears', which I think must be a common rookie mistake.
Once I get better at riding, I will be taking some more difficult hills on my commute; but only about a 45 degree angle, and then only for about a block at a time.
Thanks for the advice.