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Alto El Sifón from Armero

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Elevation profile Alto El Sifón from Armero

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Difficulty points 2342
Length 87.9 km
Average gradient 4.6%
Steepest 100 metres 8.8%
Total ascent 4015 m

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#21 toughest climb of World
#5 most elevation gain of World
#6 longest climb of World
#9 average steepest climb of Colombia
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Alto El Sifón from Armero is a climb in the region Colombia. It is 87.9 km long and bridges 4015 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 2342. The top of the ascent is located at 4124 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Vía Libano-Armero Viejo, Vía Líbano-Armero Viejo, Avenida los Fundadores, Calle 4, Carrera 16, Vía Murillo, diagonal 3, Carrera 1, Calle 3, Carrera 10 & Carrera 11

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Climbing times

7 km/h 12:33:44
11 km/h 07:59:39
15 km/h 05:51:44
19 km/h 04:37:41

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Alto El Sifón from Armero is extremely hard. We recommend that you choose the lightest possible gearing, such as a 34-tooth or smaller chainring, combined with a 34-tooth rear cog. Otherwise, there's a good chance you'll need to put a foot down sooner or later. If you think you need to go even lighter, you could consider using a gravel or mountain bike, or installing a gravel or mountain bike derailleur with a rear cog of more than 40 teeth. Good luck!

Alto El Sifón from Armero falls into the Super Hors Catégorie, the absolute top category. These are the most extreme climbs that exist. Even with excellent fitness, there is a chance you will have to put a foot down. Only the strongest make it to the top without any problems.

Alto El Sifón from Armero is 87.9 km long.

The average gradient of Alto El Sifón from Armero is 4.6%.

Alto El Sifón from Armero has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.8%.

The summit of Alto El Sifón from Armero is at 4124 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 12:33:44 to climb Alto El Sifón from Armero. At 11 km/h the time is 07:59:39, and at 15 km/h 05:51:44. For the fastest cyclists, 04:37:41 is an achievable time.

Alto El Sifón from Armero is located in the region in Colombia.

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