Sally Gap from Laragh

Statistics

Difficulty points	173
Length	19.5 km
Average gradient	2.1%
Steepest 100 metres	8.2%
Total ascent	413 m

Difficulty points

173

Length

19.5 km

Average gradient

2.1%

Steepest 100 metres

8.2%

Total ascent

413 m

Short recap

#70 toughest climb of Ireland

#5 most elevation gain of Ireland

#1 longest climb of Ireland

#59 average steepest climb of Leinster

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Steady drag at the start followed by manageable climb up to waterfall. After this it’s a long winding drag to the top

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Steady climb up past Glenmacnass Waterfall with nice views back down the valley. Never gets too difficult but can drag on.

Climbing times

7 km/h	02:46:48
11 km/h	01:46:08
15 km/h	01:17:50
19 km/h	01:01:27

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sally Gap can be cycled from 3 sides. Sally Gap from Laragh is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Sally Gap from Kilbride & Sally Gap from Sheepbanks Bridge.

You don't need special gearing for Sally Gap from Laragh. 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.

Sally Gap from Laragh is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Sally Gap from Laragh is not a problem.

Sally Gap from Laragh is 19.5 km long.

The average gradient of Sally Gap from Laragh is 2.1%.

Sally Gap from Laragh has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.2%.

The summit of Sally Gap from Laragh is at 495 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 02:46:48 to climb Sally Gap from Laragh. At 11 km/h the time is 01:46:08, and at 15 km/h 01:17:50. For the fastest cyclists, 01:01:27 is an achievable time.

Sally Gap from Laragh is located in the region Wicklow in Ireland.

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