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Skyuka Mountain Road

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Elevation profile Skyuka Mountain Road

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Difficulty points 537
Length 6.4 km
Average gradient 8.8%
Steepest 100 metres 13.8%
Total ascent 567 m

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Beautiful scenery
14 hairpin turns
#54 toughest climb of Appalachians
#62 most elevation gain of Appalachians
#13 longest climb of North Carolina
#4 average steepest climb of North Carolina
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Skyuka Mountain Road is a climb in the region North Carolina. It is 6.4 km long and bridges 567 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 537. The top of the ascent is located at 897 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Skyuka Mountain Road

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:55:12
11 km/h 00:35:07
15 km/h 00:25:45
19 km/h 00:20:20

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Frequently Asked Questions

Skyuka Mountain Road can be cycled from 2 sides. White Oak Road from Columbus is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Skyuka Mountain Road.

Skyuka Mountain Road 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!

Skyuka Mountain Road 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!

Skyuka Mountain Road is 6.4 km long.

The average gradient of Skyuka Mountain Road is 8.8%.

Skyuka Mountain Road has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.8%.

The summit of Skyuka Mountain Road is at 897 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:55:12 to climb Skyuka Mountain Road. At 11 km/h the time is 00:35:07, and at 15 km/h 00:25:45. For the fastest cyclists, 00:20:20 is an achievable time.

Skyuka Mountain Road is located in the region North Carolina in United States.

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