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Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough

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Elevation profile Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough

Statistics

Difficulty points 262
Length 2.8 km
Average gradient 7.9%
Steepest 100 metres 18.4%
Total ascent 218 m

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#23 toughest climb of Ireland
#85 most elevation gain of Ireland
#62 longest climb of Munster
#34 average steepest climb of Ireland
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Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough is a climb in the region Kerry. It is 2.8 km long and bridges 218 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.9%, resulting in a difficulty score of 262. The top of the ascent is located at 241 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:23:36
11 km/h 00:15:01
15 km/h 00:11:00
19 km/h 00:08:41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Castle Rock Pass can be cycled from 2 sides. Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Castle Rock Pass from Gortnabinny.

Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough is not a problem.

Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough is 2.8 km long.

The average gradient of Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough is 7.9%.

Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.4%.

The summit of Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough is at 241 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:23:36 to climb Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough. At 11 km/h the time is 00:15:01, and at 15 km/h 00:11:00. For the fastest cyclists, 00:08:41 is an achievable time.

Castle Rock Pass from Dromoghty Lough is located in the region Kerry in Ireland.

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