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I have to bike a hill with a class of about 18 people. How do I use these tips when there are people surrounding me?

Tushar Sharma

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While climbing on your bike, keep your hydraulic lock locked to prevent skids. Keep your seat high as it helps in peddling in low gears (depending upon the incline and your comfort). Try to never stop peddling as you might not be able to get on your cycle again.

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I have an 18-gear cycle; how do I use front gear and back gear for hilly roads, and for normal roads, which gear should I use?

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Usually when climbing, it's best to be in the small front ring and the largest back ring. If your cadence is about 100 rpm, then whatever gear you're in is fine. It depends on the road, but as long as your pedaling is at a level you're comfortable with, you're fine.

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Do you have tips for starting again halfway up a hill after you’ve stopped?

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Dig your dominant foot into the pedal with all your weight, and then push hard with the other foot to get yourself going.

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For friction and speed, what is ideal?

Ethan Ong

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When you go very fast from the bottom up a steep hill it will take more time for friction to stop you and if you keep biking, your momentum will keep on going.

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This article is somewhat unclear about what kind of bike is being used, can I assume the same of a lean over road bike?

Ethan Ong

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You can tell what kind of bike is being used by seeing what how big the wheels and the frame. If the wheel is smaller and thicker and heavier it's a mountain bike. A road bike is has bigger wheels but is skinnier and lighter.

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I have 7 numbers on my gear change on the right handle bar. What number should these be on to get the best ride and with what number on the left gear change?

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There is no specific number. Try around with the different gears until you find one you like.

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When standing to climb a hill, it's very clunky at the bottom part of the pedaling. Is there a special technique to make it smooth?

Mr. Submarine

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There is not an official technique to ease your walk up a hill, but you may want to lift your bike with your hands whilst walking so it's a few inches up from the ground so it'll be easier to carry.

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