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Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad

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Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad
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Elevation profile Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad

Statistics

Difficulty points 145
Length 1.4 km
Average gradient 9.9%
Steepest 100 metres 14.1%
Total ascent 135 m

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#26 toughest climb of Glamorgan
#35 most elevation gain of Glamorgan
#52 longest climb of Glamorgan
#82 average steepest climb of Wales
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Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad is a climb in the region Rhondda Cynon Taf. It is 1.4 km long and bridges 135 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 9.9%, resulting in a difficulty score of 145. The top of the ascent is located at 289 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

Road name: Penrhys Road

3.0 by patmac
feels a lot longer than it actually is, probably because the gradient doesn't really let up as soon as you get past the speed camera. To start with from the roundabout it's tough but feels tougher because it's quite hemmed in because of parked cars. Once through the speed camera - where it flattens slightly - it then ramps up and stay at over 10％ until he roundabout at the top. It's a main thoroughfare to the other valley (and to Penrhys at the top) but thankfully, i... read more

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1 y 3.0 00:06:37 (12.4 km/h)

feels a lot longer than it actually is, probably because the gradient doesn't really let up as soon as you get past the speed camera.

To start with from the roundabout it's tough but feels tougher because it's quite hemmed in because of parked cars. Once through the speed camera - where it flattens slightly - it then ramps up and stay at over 10％ until he roundabout at the top.

It's a main thoroughfare to the other valley (and to Penrhys at the top) but thankfully, it's quite a wide road so any cars can give you a wide berth.

Great views across the valley

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:11:40
11 km/h 00:07:25
15 km/h 00:05:26
19 km/h 00:04:18

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Frequently Asked Questions

Côte de Penrhys can be cycled from 2 sides. Penrhys from Tylorstown is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad.

You don't need special gearing for Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad. 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.

Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad is a 4th-category climb. A sprint to the top is usually not an option, and untrained riders will definitely feel it in their legs. For trained cyclists, it is a great training climb.

Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad is 1.4 km long.

The average gradient of Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad is 9.9%.

Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.1%.

The summit of Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad is at 289 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:11:40 to climb Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad. At 11 km/h the time is 00:07:25, and at 15 km/h 00:05:26. For the fastest cyclists, 00:04:18 is an achievable time.

Côte de Penrhys from Ystrad is located in the region Rhondda Cynon Taf in Wales.

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