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What gear should I be in?
The numerically lowest gear (1) is for the steepest hills. The
numerically largest gear 3, 5, 7 or 12 (depending on the number of
speeds of your hub) is for the greatest speed.
Shifting from an easier, "slower" gear (like 1) to a harder, "faster"
gear (like 2 or 3) is called an upshift. Shifting from a harder, "faster"
gear to an easier, “slower” gear is called a downshift. It is not
necessary to shift gears in sequence. Instead, find the "starting gear"
for the conditions a gear which is hard enough for quick acceleration
but easy enough to let you start from a stop without wobbling and
experiment with upshifting and downshifting to get a feel for the
different gears. At first, practice shifting where there are no
obstacles, hazards or other traffic until you've built up your
confidence. Once you've learned the basics, experience will teach
you which gear is appropriate for which condition, and practice will
help you shift smoothly and at precisely the optimum moment.
6.5.Toeclips & Straps
Toeclips and straps are the traditional means that experienced
cyclists use to keep their feet correctly positioned and engaged with
the pedals. The toeclip positions the ball of the foot over the pedal
spindle, which gives maximum pedaling power. The toe strap, when
tightened, keeps the foot engaged throughout the rotation cycle of
the pedal. While toeclips and straps give some benefit with any kind
of shoe, they work most effectively with cycling shoes designed for
use with toeclips. Your dealer can explain how toeclips and straps
work.
WARNING: Getting into and out of pedals with toeclips and straps
requires skill which can only be acquired with practice. Until it
becomes a reflex action, the technique requires concentration that
can distract the rider's attention, causing you to lose control and fall.
Practice the use of toeclips and straps where there are no obstacles,
hazards or traffic. Keep the straps loose, and don't tighten them until
your technique and confidence in getting in and out of the pedals
warrants it. Never ride in traffic with your toe straps tight.
6.6. Clipless ("step-in") pedals
Clipless pedals (sometimes called "step-in pedals") are the means
most racers use to keep their feet securely in the correct position for
maximum pedaling efficiency. They work like ski bindings: a plate on
the sole of the shoe clicks into a spring-loaded fixture on the pedal.
Clipless pedals require shoes specifically designed for the make and
model of pedal being used.
Many clipless pedals are designed to allow the rider to adjust the
amount of force needed to engage or disengage the foot. Your
dealer can show you how to make this adjustment.
WARNING: Clipless pedals are intended for use with shoes
specifically made to fit them and are designed to firmly keep the foot
engaged with the pedal. Practice is required to learn to engage and
disengage the foot safely. Until engaging and disengaging the foot
becomes a reflex action, the technique requires concentration that
can distract the rider's attention, causing the rider to lose control and
fall. Practice engaging and disengaging clipless pedals in a place
where there are no obstacles, hazards or traffic; and be sure that you
follow the setup and service instructions and warnings that came with
your pedals.
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