Originally Posted by
GhostRider62
On short hills in rolling terrain, I take advantage of the superior aerodynamics of my bent by increasing the speed leading into the hill.
On long hills, speed is simply a function of power and weight. Bents are heavy. Keep riding and your power will increase. It is really that simple although one could do specific training, it might just be best to give it time to get fitter and fitter.
Yeah on rolling hills of just the right size you can use momentum and careful application of power to scream. When I lived in the midwest, there were sometimes miles and miles of that kind of terrain. I enjoy that more than the flats. Now I live in the PNW, climbs are long grind-it-out affairs. It's no coincidence my 'bent is hanging in the garage while I mostly ride my upright. Interestingly enough, my climbing speed is higher but my thighs have shrunk. 'bent is all legs.