Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge

Statistics

Difficulty points	324
Length	2.1 mi
Average gradient	9.6%
Steepest segment	15.5%
Total ascent	1043 ft

Difficulty points

324

Length

2.1 mi

Average gradient

9.6%

Steepest segment

15.5%

Total ascent

1043 ft

Short recap

1 hairpin turn

#11 toughest climb of Scotland

#28 most elevation gain of Scotland

#11 longest climb of Aberdeenshire

#17 average steepest climb of Scotland

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Reviews (2)

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Ned14

5 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

Really lovely climb light traffic which can be an issue if you have to weave near the top! Some really tough pinches but fantastic views and really nice to see the climb winding up the hill on the way up and then look out from the top! Also great cafe at the bottom!

JonPlunkett ^premium

11 Mo 4.0

Fantastic climb. One of the best in Scottish. Hard in places, and with stunning views.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:24:52
7 mph	00:17:36
9 mph	00:13:43
12 mph	00:10:18

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cairn O'Mount can be cycled from 2 sides. Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Cairn O'Mount from Strachan.

Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge 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!

Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge 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!

Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge is 2.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge is 9.6%.

Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.5%.

The summit of Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge is at 1470 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:24:52 to climb Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge. At 7 mph the time is 00:17:36, and at 9 mph 00:13:43. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:18 is an achievable time.

Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge is located in the region Aberdeenshire in Scotland.

Cairn O'Mount from Clattering Bridge

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Reviews (2)

Climbing times

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