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Hi, just had a 32 cassette added to the bike but still finding it impossible to spin up a 16-18% climb on it. Went from a 30. Do I now need a 34 for Ironman Bolton as it has more elevation than Wales? Sometimes up a steep section you just want to spin your legs but I can't on this bike. Have to really grind up it or stand up even in the lowest gear.
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What's the chainset you're using?
With regards to spinning up 18% hills, I'm afraid that just doesn't happen, even the pros don't spin up them.
It's all about technique and fitness, just keep riding steep climbs and you'll soon get better at them.