I searched for tips and techniques on the web about riding uphill since I'm having a terrible time keeping up when riding inclines. If you're mountain biking, chances are you'll come into contact with a rather steep hill, yung galit at mas galit na steep hill. Here are some tips that I found...
1. Practice on gradual ascents before you try a steep climb. Shift into a low gear (Granny: matanda = mabagal...lolz), and experiment until you know which gears feel comfortable on various inclines.
2. Parse the climb into several sections in your mind to avoid being overwhelmed by the miles ahead.
3. Lean forward and keep your back straight while you climb. Keep pressure on your front wheel by leaning on your handlebars. This helps maintain traction.
4. Lean even more on your handlebars if it feels like your front wheel is lifting off the ground - this often happens on extremely steep climbs.
5. Hunch over the handlebars and push your weight into both wheels for steep pitches. Pedal like there's no tomorrow.
6. Keep your legs and arms flexed, but avoid locking your joints.
7. Consider standing up to pedal to break the monotony and exercise different muscles during longer climbs.
8. Switch into a higher gear, and raise yourself into a standing position as you pedal.
9. Keep your weight centered above your pedals and press down on your handlebars as you pedal standing.
10. Practice! Practice! Practice!
Other Tips & Warnings
- If you're tired...Walk! Si Lance Armstrong nga nilalakad yung ibang uphill. See Lance Armstrong at Leadville 2008
- If all else fails, pahinga muna anak baka mag collapse ka.
- Dont look far ahead. Focus your eyes about 5 feet from your front wheel para di ka mawalan ng gana.
- Mind over body...Ahon nanaman?!?!
- Lighter people tend to get more out of standing. Heavier cyclists are more efficient when they hunker down and pedal.
- Prepare by drinking lots of water and eating high-energy foods like Banana. For climbs that last more than an hour, bring along a sports bar or gel to keep your energy level high. Though I havent tried this one yet. Taking energy drinks like Baccus or Red bull also helps.
- Prepare by drinking lots of water and eating high-energy foods like Banana. For climbs that last more than an hour, bring along a sports bar or gel to keep your energy level high. Though I havent tried this one yet. Taking energy drinks like Baccus or Red bull also helps.
- Get lots of rest before you ride. Unlike me, I do it after my graveyard shift. Kaya nanghihina agad :(
- Standing takes more energy, so use it with discretion.
- Wear a helmet.
- Wear a helmet.
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