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Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road

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Elevation profile Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road

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Difficulty points 188
Length 4.7 mi
Average gradient 4%
Steepest segment 13.1%
Total ascent 988 ft

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#52 toughest climb of Scotland
#44 most elevation gain of Scotland
#35 longest climb of Scotland
#54 average steepest climb of Perth and Kinross
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Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road is a climb in the region Perth and Kinross. It is 4.7 mi long and bridges 988 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 188. The top of the ascent is located at 1263 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: West Moulin Road & A924

2.0 by JonPlunkett
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First but of the climb is through the town. Parked cars along the roadside and lots of campervan. Much nicer as you get higher and then out onto the moor. ... read more

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First but of the climb is through the town. Parked cars along the roadside and lots of campervan. Much nicer as you get higher and then out onto the moor.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:56:22
7 mph 00:39:54
9 mph 00:31:06
12 mph 00:23:21

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Frequently Asked Questions

Càrn Dubh can be cycled from 4 sides. Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via East Moulin Road, Càrn Dubh from Straloch & Càrn Dubh via Edradour Road.

You don't need special gearing for Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road. 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.

Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road 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, Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road is not a problem.

Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road is 4.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road is 4%.

Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.1%.

The summit of Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road is at 1263 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:56:22 to climb Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road. At 7 mph the time is 00:39:54, and at 9 mph 00:31:06. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:21 is an achievable time.

Càrn Dubh from Pitlochry via West Moulin Road is located in the region Perth and Kinross in Scotland.

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