Originally Posted by
ThermionicScott
Did you do Ragbrai last year?
Potter's Hill had an 18-20% grade in portions, and even with a triple in front (yielding a 1:1 ratio with the biggest gear in back), I had to weave a little to stay upright. Unfortunately, there were so many people around me bailing out and walking that I needed to as well.
- Scott
All in the motor (see: legs). As for Potter's, there were too many people walking to literally ride a bike, no matter your strength or gearing. I was forced to get off my ordinary and walk because it was bottle-necked to a stop. Did you not ride this year? Twister was *much* worse than Potter.