Start pedaling
Shift one gear at a time
Use the left shifter for the front gears
Use the right shifter for the rear gears
Shift to a lower gear for easier pedaling uphill
Shift to a higher gear for faster riding on flat ground or downhill
Ease pressure on the pedals while shifting
Keep pedaling smoothly after shifting
Avoid shifting multiple gears at once
Avoid shifting under heavy pedal force
Practice shifting before riding in traffic or on hills