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Alpe Foppiano from Crodo

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Elevation profile Alpe Foppiano from Crodo

Statistics

Difficulty points 712
Length 5.1 mi
Average gradient 8.4%
Steepest segment 20.6%
Total ascent 2274 ft

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Beautiful scenery
18 hairpin turns
#33 toughest climb of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola
#36 most elevation gain of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola
#35 longest climb of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola
#61 average steepest climb of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola
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Alpe Foppiano from Crodo is a climb in the region Verbano-Cusio-Ossola. It is 5.1 mi long and bridges 2274 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 712. The top of the ascent is located at 3990 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Via Torototela

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Italian.
A tough climb ideal for a summer evening, when the sun will no longer bother you because it has disappeared behind the Cistella. Typical Ossola environment.... read more

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A tough climb ideal for a summer evening, when the sun will no longer bother you because it has disappeared behind the Cistella. Typical Ossola environment.

Dura salita ideale per un serata estiva, quando il sole non darà più noia perché scomparso dietro al Cistella. Tipico ambiente ossolano.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:01:47
7 mph 00:43:44
9 mph 00:34:05
12 mph 00:25:36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alpe Foppiano from Crodo 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!

Alpe Foppiano from Crodo is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Alpe Foppiano from Crodo is 5.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Alpe Foppiano from Crodo is 8.4%.

Alpe Foppiano from Crodo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 20.6%.

The summit of Alpe Foppiano from Crodo is at 3990 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:01:47 to climb Alpe Foppiano from Crodo. At 7 mph the time is 00:43:44, and at 9 mph 00:34:05. For the fastest cyclists, 00:25:36 is an achievable time.

Alpe Foppiano from Crodo is located in the region Verbano-Cusio-Ossola in Italy.

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