[QUOTE=joonyoung82;22180260]Just started cycling and went on my first ride with my 2010 Scott Speedster s30.
It's a 20 lb bike with Shimano 105 components so it's decent bike but I struggled to get up the hills.
It's only valued at $200 so I guess it's not a great bike.
Should I keep my bike and push through to get stronger or get an upgrade for better experience? Or upgrade parts?
If I were to upgrade, my budget is $1000 and I'm open to pre-owned bikes.
All suggestions are welcomed
i have an 1984 Bianchi with 52/42 12/23 freewheel. And a 1990s Cannondale 53/39 11/28 cassette. Did I also mention I live in the Blue ridge mountains of Virginia and I climb the mountains on both bikes and both are heavier than your. Honestly when I started out road cycling I had an 42 front and an 11/34 rear. I slowly progressed to a smaller or more compact cassette and gotten better. Just keep trying soon you’ll be able to climb like a goat.