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Short Mountain from Castlemaine

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Short Mountain from Castlemaine
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Elevation profile Short Mountain from Castlemaine

Statistics

Difficulty points 350
Length 3.3 km
Average gradient 9.5%
Steepest 100 metres 16.5%
Total ascent 315 m

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#10 toughest climb of Ireland
#29 most elevation gain of Ireland
#52 longest climb of Munster
#19 average steepest climb of Ireland
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Short Mountain from Castlemaine is a climb in the region Kerry. It is 3.3 km long and bridges 315 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 9.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 350. The top of the ascent is located at 322 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road name: L6516

3.0 by willsellars
Starts off nice and easy then ramps up after the cross roads. Doesnt easy much until near the end.... read more

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Starts off nice and easy then ramps up after the cross roads. Doesnt easy much until near the end.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:28:23
11 km/h 00:18:03
15 km/h 00:13:14
19 km/h 00:10:27

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Frequently Asked Questions

Short Mountain can be cycled from 2 sides. Short Mountain from Castlemaine is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Short Mountain from Tralee.

Short Mountain from Castlemaine 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!

Short Mountain from Castlemaine 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!

Short Mountain from Castlemaine is 3.3 km long.

The average gradient of Short Mountain from Castlemaine is 9.5%.

Short Mountain from Castlemaine has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.5%.

The summit of Short Mountain from Castlemaine is at 322 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:28:23 to climb Short Mountain from Castlemaine. At 11 km/h the time is 00:18:03, and at 15 km/h 00:13:14. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:27 is an achievable time.

Short Mountain from Castlemaine is located in the region Kerry in Ireland.

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