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Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof

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This climb is partly on a gravel surface, but can be ridden with a road bike.
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Elevation profile Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof
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Statistics

Difficulty points 569
Length 11.8 km
Average gradient 5%
Steepest 100 metres 10.4%
Total ascent 592 m

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Famous climb
Beautiful scenery
4 hairpin turns
Gravel
#32 toughest climb of Africa
#61 most elevation gain of Africa
#74 longest climb of Africa
#55 average steepest climb of Africa
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Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof is a climb in the region South Africa. It is 11.8 km long and bridges 592 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 569. The top of the ascent is located at 798 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:41:04
11 km/h 01:04:19
15 km/h 00:47:10
19 km/h 00:37:14

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof. 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.

Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof 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!

Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof is 11.8 km long.

The average gradient of Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof is 5%.

Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.4%.

The summit of Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof is at 798 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:41:04 to climb Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof. At 11 km/h the time is 01:04:19, and at 15 km/h 00:47:10. For the fastest cyclists, 00:37:14 is an achievable time.

Rooiberg Pass from Groenkloof is located in the region in South Africa.

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