Gravel bike gears slipping standing up

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I currently own a carerra gravel bike. When I try to stand up and pedal the chain and gears slip and this nearly results in me falling off every time.
When I ride the bike I do not stand up and pedal. This means when I’m going up a hill it’s insanely hard to climb it.
What do I do as it’s very hard to ride seated continuously
 

Ajax Bay

Guru
Location
East Devon
:welcome: How many miles have you done since the current chain was fitted? Same Q for cassette.
 
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wafter

I like steel bikes and I cannot lie..
Location
Oxford
Standing up you're likely putting in more load than sitting, which will exacerbate the effects of wear and promote slipping.

Sounds like the chain and possibly the cassette are worn; the liklihood of which will depend on distance covered, lubing / cleaning regime and conditions... tell us more ;)
 
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