In Norway, cyclists get a bit of help on a very steep hill with the help of the bicycle lift. Something like a cross between a ski lift and those moving sidewalks at the airport, this device is provided for cyclists that would probably otherwise not be able to make it to the top of the hill.
Interesting, but no likely to show up in the US any time soon.
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