Originally Posted by
one4smoke
Not really referring to average hills and inclines. I'm speaking more of major climbs. Grades of at least 8%, and distances of say at least 1/5 of a mile.
If the hill is worth riding down, sure, I'll ride up it. Unless it is simply too steep for my gearing or fitness. But climbing hills is part of cycling and I wouldn't avoid that any more than I'd avoid going down them or riding around curves.