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Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear

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Elevation profile Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear

Statistics

Difficulty points 71
Length 0.8 mi
Average gradient 7%
Steepest segment 11%
Total ascent 279 ft

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#5 toughest climb of Newfoundland and Labrador
#7 most elevation gain of Newfoundland and Labrador
#8 longest climb of Newfoundland and Labrador
#64 average steepest climb of Canada
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Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear is a climb in the region Newfoundland and Labrador. It is 0.8 mi long and bridges 279 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 71. The top of the ascent is located at 335 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Blackhead Road

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:09:11
7 mph 00:06:30
9 mph 00:05:04
12 mph 00:03:48

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Frequently Asked Questions

Blackhead Mountain can be cycled from 2 sides. Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Blackhead Mountain from Blackhead.

You don't need special gearing for Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear. 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.

Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear falls into the 5th category. With good fitness, you can ride it up with speed and power. If you have less training, shift down and climb smoothly.

Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear is 0.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear is 7%.

Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11%.

The summit of Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear is at 335 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:09:11 to climb Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear. At 7 mph the time is 00:06:30, and at 9 mph 00:05:04. For the fastest cyclists, 00:03:48 is an achievable time.

Blackhead Mountain from Cape Spear is located in the region Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada.

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