Be sure to check this post: All About Level Mode for details about how to choose the proper level. While it is possible to adjust increments in ERG mode, it shouldn’t be necessary. (And we don’t recommend it)
As levels increase, the increment from one gear to another is going to be greater. If you find that jump is too big to fine-tune the effort, you are probably in too high a level.
Riding in level mode definitely takes some practice. The more you ride in level mode, the easier it will be to finetune gearing and cadence to reach the target that you’re looking for.
You can do each part of the test in a different level if you wish. It shouldn’t be necessary, but it would not be wrong to do it this way.
If you have any questions, or need any help, please don’t hesitate to drop us a line! Theminions@thesufferfest.com!