Hello CRW, I am a loyal CRW fan. However I join fewer weekend rides than I would like because I can't go the distances/ speeds that are available given the local hills. Choices.

1. Buy an e-bike but I'm stymied by the weight - I wouldn't be able to lift one into my car!

2. Get a better bike. I currently have a Specialized Hybrid (we do many rail trails which are thankfully flat). I'm deathly afraid of clips.

3. Improve my gears? I've been told better gears would help with hills.

All suggestions would be appreciated as I try to increase my ride participation! Thanks as always to the wonderful CRW volunteers.  

Alice Avanian

avaniana@yahoo.com