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Inspiration Point from Valyermo

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Elevation profile Inspiration Point from Valyermo

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Difficulty points 705
Length 26 km
Average gradient 4.6%
Steepest 100 metres 10.1%
Total ascent 1192 m

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3 hairpin turns
#56 toughest climb of California
#40 most elevation gain of California
#39 longest climb of California
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Inspiration Point from Valyermo is a climb in the region California. It is 26 km long and bridges 1192 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 705. The top of the ascent is located at 2251 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Valyermo Road, Big Pines Road, Big Pines Highway & Angeles Crest Highway

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Climbing times

7 km/h 03:42:50
11 km/h 02:21:48
15 km/h 01:43:59
19 km/h 01:22:06

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Frequently Asked Questions

Inspiration Point can be cycled from 3 sides. Inspiration Point from Cajon Junction is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Inspiration Point from Vincent Gap & Inspiration Point from Valyermo.

You don't need special gearing for Inspiration Point from Valyermo. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Inspiration Point from Valyermo is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Inspiration Point from Valyermo is 26 km long.

The average gradient of Inspiration Point from Valyermo is 4.6%.

Inspiration Point from Valyermo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.1%.

The summit of Inspiration Point from Valyermo is at 2251 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 03:42:50 to climb Inspiration Point from Valyermo. At 11 km/h the time is 02:21:48, and at 15 km/h 01:43:59. For the fastest cyclists, 01:22:06 is an achievable time.

Inspiration Point from Valyermo is located in the region California in United States.

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