Thanks for replies so far guys, great advice! 😀
I never stand up and mash, but always stay seated on climbs, I guess its down to my fitness not being able to high cadence up a long climb. The climbs I struggle on show as “4” on Strava.
Each successive ride i’m able to get further up the same climb with good cadence, so my fitness is improving, BUT once I hit the wall, that point where my legs give in, I gradually move up to the easiest gear and potter up at a superslow speed.
This is probably better for my stamina and muscles as i’m pushing myself to the limit, but not great for knee’s, so is it better for me to hop off and push as soon as good cadence isn’t on tap any longer, i’ll do that until i’m fit enough to make it all the way if thats the case?
Ps. seat height is currently set by the 109% method.