How To Stay Comfortable On Long Climbs

Long climbs can be very demoralising when you just can't get comfy, and it can often ruin an otherwise great ride. Emma takes us through a few small adjustments that you can make to your bike and your riding style, to improve your comfort and enjoyment on a climb.

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If you're ever uncomfortable on a climb trying some of these tips could make all the difference. If you're well prepared and feeling good you can even start to enjoy climbing. A few things to consider are:
A correct bike fit.
The angle, position and shape of your saddle.
Your gear ratios.
Which cadence is comfortable and sustainable.
The pace at which you ride.
Alternating between standing and sitting in the saddle gives your body a chance to use different muscles and stretch.
Stay cool and comfortable.
Ensuring you have enough food and fuel to avoided the dreaded bonk.
-Distracting yourself from the pain, enjoy the scenery!

What do you do to help stay comfortable on a climb? Let us know in the comments below 👇

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