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Parker Pass from Fountain Springs

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Elevation profile Parker Pass from Fountain Springs

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Difficulty points 1294
Length 49.9 km
Average gradient 4.2%
Steepest 100 metres 12.2%
Total ascent 2098 m

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#16 toughest climb of North America
#67 most elevation gain of World
#67 longest climb of World
#42 average steepest climb of Sierra Nevada
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Parker Pass from Fountain Springs is a climb in the region Sierra Nevada. It is 49.9 km long and bridges 2098 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1294. The top of the ascent is located at 1985 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Hot Springs Road, M-56, Hot Springs Drive & Parker Pass Road

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Climbing times

7 km/h 07:08:00
11 km/h 04:32:22
15 km/h 03:19:44
19 km/h 02:37:41

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Parker Pass from Fountain Springs. 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.

Parker Pass from Fountain Springs belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Parker Pass from Fountain Springs is 49.9 km long.

The average gradient of Parker Pass from Fountain Springs is 4.2%.

Parker Pass from Fountain Springs has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.2%.

The summit of Parker Pass from Fountain Springs is at 1985 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 07:08:00 to climb Parker Pass from Fountain Springs. At 11 km/h the time is 04:32:22, and at 15 km/h 03:19:44. For the fastest cyclists, 02:37:41 is an achievable time.

Parker Pass from Fountain Springs is located in the region California in United States.

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