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Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa

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Elevation profile Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa

Statistics

Difficulty points 297
Length 5.1 km
Average gradient 6.6%
Steepest 100 metres 15.4%
Total ascent 334 m

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3 hairpin turns
#35 toughest climb of New Zealand
#97 most elevation gain of Oceania
#96 longest climb of Oceania
#84 average steepest climb of Oceania
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Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa is a climb in the region South Island. It is 5.1 km long and bridges 334 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 297. The top of the ascent is located at 301 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Chorlton Road

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:43:17
11 km/h 00:27:32
15 km/h 00:20:12
19 km/h 00:15:56

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Frequently Asked Questions

Chorlton Road can be cycled from 2 sides. Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Chorlton from Stony Beach via Chorlton Road.

Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa 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!

Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa 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, Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa is not a problem.

Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa is 5.1 km long.

The average gradient of Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa is 6.6%.

Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.4%.

The summit of Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa is at 301 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:43:17 to climb Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa. At 11 km/h the time is 00:27:32, and at 15 km/h 00:20:12. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:56 is an achievable time.

Chorlton Road from Little Akaloa is located in the region South Island in New Zealand.

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