Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch

Bwlch-y-maen can be cycled from 2 sides. Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Bwlch-y-maen from Garreg.

Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch 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!

Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch 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, Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch is not a problem.

Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch is 1.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch is 6.4%.

Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 22.3%.

The summit of Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch is at 525 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:17:45 to climb Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch. At 7 mph the time is 00:12:34, and at 9 mph 00:09:47. For the fastest cyclists, 00:07:21 is an achievable time.

Bwlch-y-maen from Tan-y-Bwlch is located in the region Gwynedd in Wales.