Originally Posted by
kudude
1000 ft = a climb. 1000ft over 25 miles of rollers is just a ride. What really matters on the climb is over how many miles you pick up that 1000 ft. 2 or 6?
Anyway a lighter bike is not the answer, but a compact may work just as well as a triple.
Also, don't take the comments personally on this forum. Everyone's internet "member" is huge.
Thanks, KU. We pick up 1000 feet in under 2 miles in my neighborhood. But I'm not bragging. I'm lucky if I get out of my granny gear! ;-)