Sometimes it's the gear, sometimes the shape of the day, sometimes not drinking enough and almost always it's all in the head. For many cyclists, an ascent is as difficult as the last time he or she rode it. There are many things to keep in mind if you want to cycle in the mountains or the hills, whatever the level. As a consequence we have compiled a list of frequently discussed topics ranging from advice on gearing, bicycle maintenance to training tips.
Climb categorization explained
In 1933, the Tour de France introduced the mountain classification. Riders received points when they...