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Q: Why is the first gear best for climbing a steep hill?
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When a car is on first gearthe rear wheels turn very slowlyexplain why this gear is best for climbing a steep hill?

Gears in a car change where the powerband (or Torque) are in the RPM range relative to what gear it's in. When a car is put into 1st gear, the "power" in the car is very very low in the RPM range and this is why a car is put into a low gear when climbing a hill or steep grade.


Where can one find the best Mountain Climbing Gear?

REI carries the best quality mountain climbing gear. They have a 100% satisfaction guarantee.


When should you downshift an automatic transmission?

When climbing a steep incline. The automatic transmission will always try to engage a high gear.


In which gear should you drive when going up a steep hill?

low gear, first or second depending on the steepness


What stores sell climbing gear?

You can find climbing gear at almost any good sports store such as ACME Climbing. I you need a list of retail stores that sell climbing gear you might try http://www.summitpost.org/online


Where can I find rock climbing gear in the southwest Virginia area?

Any outdoor/recreation stores in the local area would be the first place to look for this gear. Failing that, the best option would be to look on the web for what you need.


Where is it possible to buy apparels for mountain climbing?

Mountain climbing is a popular outdoor sport, especially in Europe. There are a few locations an individual may purchase mountain climbing apparel. Mountain Gear and Summit Post are two websites which sell gear for mountain climbing. Back Country and ProLite Gear also sell mountain climbing apparel and gear.


What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with standard trasmission?

You should change down to a lower gear, 3rd gear or if the grade is very steep 2nd gear.


Why bikes usess first gears in hill drivings?

The best gear to ride in is one that let you keep turning the cranks at a rate betwen 80-100 turns/minute. If you have to tackle a steep hill you might have to drop to the 1st gear to be able to do that.


First gear in a car with a manual transmission is used?

The first gear in a car with a manual transmission is used to start the car moving from being stopped and to climb steep grades at a low speed.


What is the essential rock climbing gear needed to get started?

There are some essential items of gear to get started in the rock climbing sport or hobby. These would include climbing shoes and chalk in a chalk bag.


How do you get climbing gear in Mafia Wars?

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