Build endurance on small hills I've got a bunch of small hills on the paved roads that follow along rivers by where I ride. They might be a few hundred meters (more or less), so it takes some effort to keep the same pace (or close). If I'm trying to build endurance, should I try to shift more or try to stay in the same gear a little longer? Is there a rule of thumb for how much you should shift in this case? I'm a novice rider with a decent road bike.
To build endurance, ride farther. Do repeats on hills. Shift to maintain a more or less steady cadence as you climb.