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Black Mountain from Brynaman

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Elevation profile Black Mountain from Brynaman

Statistics

Difficulty points 186
Length 3.4 mi
Average gradient 5.8%
Steepest segment 8.4%
Total ascent 1024 ft

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Beautiful scenery
#12 toughest climb of Dyfed
#51 most elevation gain of Wales
#70 longest climb of Wales
#38 average steepest climb of Dyfed
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Black Mountain from Brynaman is a climb in the region Brecon Beacons. It is 3.4 mi long and bridges 1024 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 186. The top of the ascent is located at 1624 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Mountain Road & A4069

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:40:34
7 mph 00:28:43
9 mph 00:22:23
12 mph 00:16:49

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Frequently Asked Questions

Black Mountain can be cycled from 2 sides. Black Mountain from Pont Aber is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Black Mountain from Brynaman.

You don't need special gearing for Black Mountain from Brynaman. 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.

Black Mountain from Brynaman 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, Black Mountain from Brynaman is not a problem.

Black Mountain from Brynaman is 3.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Black Mountain from Brynaman is 5.8%.

Black Mountain from Brynaman has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.4%.

The summit of Black Mountain from Brynaman is at 1624 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:40:34 to climb Black Mountain from Brynaman. At 7 mph the time is 00:28:43, and at 9 mph 00:22:23. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:49 is an achievable time.

Black Mountain from Brynaman is located in the region Carmarthenshire in Wales.

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