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Carter Bar from Campton

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Difficulty points 180
Length 5.1 mi
Average gradient 3.7%
Steepest segment 12.6%
Total ascent 988 ft

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#61 toughest climb of Scotland
#43 most elevation gain of Scotland
#27 longest climb of Scotland
#29 average steepest climb of Scottish Borders
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Carter Bar from Campton is a climb in the region Scottish Borders. It is 5.1 mi long and bridges 988 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 3.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 180. The top of the ascent is located at 1371 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: A68

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:01:00
7 mph 00:43:11
9 mph 00:33:39
12 mph 00:25:17

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Frequently Asked Questions

Carter Bar can be cycled from 3 sides. Carter Bar from Catcleugh Reservoir is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Carter Bar from Campton & Carter Bar from Chesters.

You don't need special gearing for Carter Bar from Campton. 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.

Carter Bar from Campton 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, Carter Bar from Campton is not a problem.

Carter Bar from Campton is 5.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Carter Bar from Campton is 3.7%.

Carter Bar from Campton has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.6%.

The summit of Carter Bar from Campton is at 1371 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:01:00 to climb Carter Bar from Campton. At 7 mph the time is 00:43:11, and at 9 mph 00:33:39. For the fastest cyclists, 00:25:17 is an achievable time.

Carter Bar from Campton is located in the region Scottish Borders in Scotland.

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