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Te Ponanga Saddle Road

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Elevation profile Te Ponanga Saddle Road

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Difficulty points 332
Length 6.4 km
Average gradient 6.2%
Steepest 100 metres 14.5%
Total ascent 398 m

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#95 toughest climb of Oceania
#82 most elevation gain of Oceania
#71 longest climb of Oceania
#42 average steepest climb of New Zealand
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Te Ponanga Saddle Road is a climb in the region North Island. It is 6.4 km long and bridges 398 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 332. The top of the ascent is located at 754 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Te Ponanga Saddle Road

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:55:04
11 km/h 00:35:02
15 km/h 00:25:42
19 km/h 00:20:17

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Frequently Asked Questions

Te Ponanga Saddle 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!

Te Ponanga Saddle 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!

Te Ponanga Saddle Road is 6.4 km long.

The average gradient of Te Ponanga Saddle Road is 6.2%.

Te Ponanga Saddle Road has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.5%.

The summit of Te Ponanga Saddle Road is at 754 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:55:04 to climb Te Ponanga Saddle Road. At 11 km/h the time is 00:35:02, and at 15 km/h 00:25:42. For the fastest cyclists, 00:20:17 is an achievable time.

Te Ponanga Saddle Road is located in the region North Island in New Zealand.

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