Originally Posted by
big john
Ever see the freeriders and even some mountain bike trail riders carry their bike? They carry it over their shoulder instead of pushing it.. I haven't tried that but when pushing up an unrideable hill the twisting force on the upper body can be uncomfortable.
I’ve seen photos. the problem with a loaded bike is that you can’t put it over your shoulder. You have to really lean into it. Pedal strike on the shins is another problem. (Ask me how I know.) And your legs don’t have gears.
When I stayed in Frostburg, MD while riding the GAP, the long ramp to the camping area was super steep. It looked like 45 degrees. I felt like my leg muscles were going to snap. The next morning I carried the bags down first and then went back up for the bike.