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Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier

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This climb is partly on a gravel surface, but can be ridden with a road bike.
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Elevation profile Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier
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Difficulty points 133
Length 7.4 km
Average gradient 2.5%
Steepest 100 metres 9%
Total ascent 188 m

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#27 toughest climb of South Africa
#28 most elevation gain of South Africa
#88 longest climb of Africa
#36 average steepest climb of South Africa
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Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier is a climb in the region South Africa. It is 7.4 km long and bridges 188 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 2.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 133. The top of the ascent is located at 333 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:03:27
11 km/h 00:40:23
15 km/h 00:29:36
19 km/h 00:23:22

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Frequently Asked Questions

Van Wyksdorp Pass can be cycled from 3 sides. Van Wyksdorp Pass from Rooiberg Lodge is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier & Van Wyksdorp Pass from Grootrivier.

You don't need special gearing for Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier. 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.

Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier is a 4th-category climb. A sprint to the top is usually not an option, and untrained riders will definitely feel it in their legs. For trained cyclists, it is a great training climb.

Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier is 7.4 km long.

The average gradient of Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier is 2.5%.

Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9%.

The summit of Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier is at 333 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:03:27 to climb Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier. At 11 km/h the time is 00:40:23, and at 15 km/h 00:29:36. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:22 is an achievable time.

Van Wyksdorp Pass from Oliewenrivier is located in the region in South Africa.

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