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Sit/stand gearing

GT_TDI_150 · 2011-07-26 18:52:02

Guys, I've started cycling as part of my efforts to loose some weight. I've noticed that standing on the pedals when going up 'hills' and dancing like contador:rolleyes: 'burns' much more than sitting on the hills. my question is, i find no matter what my starting gear is, I have to change up a gear when I'm about to stand…

26-07-2011 6:52pm

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GT_TDI_150

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Guys,

I've started cycling as part of my efforts to loose some weight.

I've noticed that standing on the pedals when going up 'hills' and dancing like contador:rolleyes: 'burns' much more than sitting on the hills.

my question is, i find no matter what my starting gear is, I have to change up a gear when I'm about to stand up not to pedal like a child on a trike once I do stand up. Do others find this?

thanks

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#2 26-07-2011 6:57pm

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Yup. Sometimes 2 or 3 shifts. Depending on the length and steepness of the hill.

It is less efficient, so over a long period you are better off sitting down.

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