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The initial force of starting pedalling would take more effort but once the pedalling gains momentum, there would be little if any different in calf strength required.
The initial force of starting pedalling would take more effort but once the pedalling gains momentum, there would be little if any different in calf strength required.
Going up hills with that extra mass might be more of a challenge.