What bike should I buy if I hate hills?

Buy a pedal-assist e-bike if you truly hate hills. It’s the most direct fix: the motor helps on climbs, so you can ride more often without dreading steep routes.

My practical shortlist:

1. Pedal-assist e-bike — best if you want hills to feel much easier.
2. Sport/fitness hybrid — best non-electric choice for comfort, commuting, and moderate hills.
3. Lightweight road bike — best if you ride mostly paved roads and want the easiest climbing without a motor.
4. Mountain bike — only choose this for steep dirt trails, not ordinary paved hills.

Key buying tip: look for low gearing as well as low weight or motor assist. A bike with easier gears can matter more on hills than a slightly lighter frame.