The String from Brodick

Statistics

Difficulty points	185
Length	3.1 km
Average gradient	7.1%
Steepest 100 metres	13%
Total ascent	220 m

Difficulty points

185

Length

3.1 km

Average gradient

7.1%

Steepest 100 metres

13%

Total ascent

220 m

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

#55 toughest climb of Scotland

#5 most elevation gain of North Ayrshire

#7 longest climb of North Ayrshire

#69 average steepest climb of Scotland

Photos (3)

Reviews (3)

5.0

4.0

3.0

2.0

1.0

Receive free climbfinder goodies for your reviews

ChrisM65

1 y 4.0

Lovely ride, challenging ride from Brodick, easier the other direction. Stunning scenery

Euan

1 y 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

If your in Arran for a cycle the figure of 8 is a must. You’ll get some great views road surface is very good too.

Tempy41

2 y 4.0

Great climb on Arran - if you go please try the 'figure of 8' route. Takes in the String Rd twice - plus there is a few other cheeky climbs as well!!

Climbing times

7 km/h	00:26:37
11 km/h	00:16:56
15 km/h	00:12:25
19 km/h	00:09:48

Road surface condition

100% 0% 0%

Based on 3 votes

Share your knowledge. What was the road condition during your ascent?

Traffic

33% 67% 0%

Based on 3 votes

Your experience counts. How much traffic did you encounter during the climb?

Frequently Asked Questions

The String can be cycled from 2 sides. The String from Glenloig is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via The String from Brodick.

The String from Brodick 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!

The String from Brodick 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, The String from Brodick is not a problem.

The String from Brodick is 3.1 km long.

The average gradient of The String from Brodick is 7.1%.

The String from Brodick has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13%.

The summit of The String from Brodick is at 235 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:26:37 to climb The String from Brodick. At 11 km/h the time is 00:16:56, and at 15 km/h 00:12:25. For the fastest cyclists, 00:09:48 is an achievable time.

The String from Brodick is located in the region North Ayrshire in Scotland.

Statistics

Short recap

Photos (3)

Reviews (3)

Climbing times

Road surface condition

Traffic

Frequently Asked Questions

Which sides of the The String can be cycled up?

What gearing is needed for The String from Brodick?

How difficult is the The String from Brodick?

How long is the climb up The String from Brodick?

What is the gradient of The String from Brodick?

What is the steepest part of The String from Brodick?

How high is The String from Brodick?

How long does it take to cycle up The String from Brodick?

Where is The String from Brodick located?