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Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham

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Elevation profile Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham

Statistics

Difficulty points 367
Length 9 mi
Average gradient 4.5%
Steepest segment 8.3%
Total ascent 2126 ft

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#1 toughest climb of Kentucky
#39 most elevation gain of Appalachians
#41 longest climb of Appalachians
#2 average steepest climb of Kentucky
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Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham is a climb in the region Kentucky. It is 9 mi long and bridges 2126 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 367. The top of the ascent is located at 3707 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Blair Avenue, B Bickerstaff Road, Bickerstaff Boulevard, West Main Street, East Main Street & KY 160

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:48:36
7 mph 01:16:53
9 mph 00:59:55
12 mph 00:45:01

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Frequently Asked Questions

Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook can be cycled from 2 sides. Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Appalachia.

You don't need special gearing for Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham. 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 / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham 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!

Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham is 9 mi long.

The average gradient of Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham is 4.5%.

Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.3%.

The summit of Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham is at 3707 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:48:36 to climb Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham. At 7 mph the time is 01:16:53, and at 9 mph 00:59:55. For the fastest cyclists, 00:45:01 is an achievable time.

Black Mountain / Jebediah Memorial Overlook from Benham is located in the region Kentucky in United States.

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