Hmm gearing. Well the toughest (largest grade) would be going up Pilot Hill on Salmon Falls. I don't remember off hand but I am guessing between 5-12% for a good 2-3 miles. Its a really good climb but not exactly a killer. Most of the climb is probably 5-9% with spurts going 9-12%. 4-6 months ago I was climbing on a 39/25. When I got tested back then I was 5watts/kg max. 202 lbs & 455 watts on my VO2 max test. I am guessing I am 10% better power wise and could climb in 39/23 or 21 now.

All in all, take the above info for what its worth. If you know your numbers, than you could guage yourself based on the above.

If you have any questions on any rides up this way, you can email me at: kent@johnsonorthodonticlab.com. I have 8 months worth of rides on motionbased if anybody wants to look around.