Fred says... You need miles in the legs not just hills!   The "Not Fred" requires both, if the climbing don't get you, the miles will ... Be aware all those riding the "Not Fred" if you focus on climbing as your only concern, climbing Hardknott won't be an issue as you won't get there!!!

Miles, miles, miles... 😰🚴🏽🚴🏽🚴🏽🚴🏽🚴🏽🚴🏽