Brown’s Brae from Holywood

Statistics

Difficulty points	157
Length	2.1 mi
Average gradient	5.5%
Steepest segment	15.9%
Total ascent	594 ft

Difficulty points

157

Length

2.1 mi

Average gradient

5.5%

Steepest segment

15.9%

Total ascent

594 ft

Short recap

1 hairpin turn

#38 toughest climb of Ulster

#47 most elevation gain of Ulster

#46 longest climb of Ulster

#51 average steepest climb of Ulster

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Unusual climb on concrete surface. Bit of gravel but ok on 28c. The road ends in a 'private' section barring what would otherwise be a good thru route.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:24:45
7 mph	00:17:31
9 mph	00:13:39
12 mph	00:10:15

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Brown’s Brae from Holywood. 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.

Brown’s Brae from Holywood 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, Brown’s Brae from Holywood is not a problem.

Brown’s Brae from Holywood is 2.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Brown’s Brae from Holywood is 5.5%.

Brown’s Brae from Holywood has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.9%.

The summit of Brown’s Brae from Holywood is at 607 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:24:45 to climb Brown’s Brae from Holywood. At 7 mph the time is 00:17:31, and at 9 mph 00:13:39. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:15 is an achievable time.

Brown’s Brae from Holywood is located in the region Down in Northern Ireland.

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