I joined the team 3 days ago and got a taste of the Appalachian hills. The taste became a full serving in the following days. It's a very rewarding feeling to get to the top. There's also nothing quite like riding a bicyle downhill for 4 miles. After climbing the hill at 4-8 miles per hour, the descent makes everything worth it.
I've been riding with various people on the team. The group dynamics are positive and spirits are high!