Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 9,090
Likes: 5,222
From: SF Bay Area, East bay
Bikes: Miyata 618 GT, Marinoni, Kestral 200, Soma double cross 2002 Trek 5200, KHS Flite, Koga Miyata, Schwinn Spitfire 5, Mondia Special, Univega Alpina, Miyata team Ti, Santa Cruz Highball, Waterford rs11
If you look at the OP's profile, it looks like he is transitioning over from an electric bike. His gearing question is legit. Some people ride just to get some fresh air. Hills are obstacles to a leisurely ride so maybe that is his point. Personally, I like riding hills for the payoff coming down.