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Old 10-28-08, 08:09 PM
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Originally Posted by jeffy1021
It still feels a little unnatural for me when I am out of the saddle compared to riding a full sized bike, so I typically spend most of the time in the saddle on climbs. I'm thinking it's somewhat due to the more upright riding position, or maybe I just need to practice the technique more.
I have found that on steeper hills (15-20%) the Birdy really wants to wheelie, particularly when I have a heavy backpack on. To compensate, I really have to get my weight over the front wheel, which feels unnatural ergonomically for climbing. Maybe what you are feeling is related?
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