Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge

Statistics

Difficulty points	436
Length	5.4 km
Average gradient	8.2%
Steepest 100 metres	18%
Total ascent	439 m

Difficulty points

436

Length

5.4 km

Average gradient

8.2%

Steepest 100 metres

18%

Total ascent

439 m

Short recap

#4 toughest climb of Ireland

#3 most elevation gain of Ireland

#51 longest climb of Ireland

#29 average steepest climb of Ireland

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This is one of the toughest road climbs in Ireland. My Garmin said some bits were over 18％. Road surface is ok for road tires and traction is ok all the way to the top.

Climbing times

7 km/h	00:45:57
11 km/h	00:29:14
15 km/h	00:21:26
19 km/h	00:16:55

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Frequently Asked Questions

Priest's Leap can be cycled from 2 sides. Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Priest's Leap from Bonane.

Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge 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!

Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge is 5.4 km long.

The average gradient of Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge is 8.2%.

Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18%.

The summit of Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge is at 460 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:45:57 to climb Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge. At 11 km/h the time is 00:29:14, and at 15 km/h 00:21:26. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:55 is an achievable time.

Priest's Leap from Coomhola Bridge is located in the region Cork in Ireland.

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