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Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd

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Elevation profile Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd

Statistics

Difficulty points 286
Length 2 mi
Average gradient 8.4%
Steepest segment 18.6%
Total ascent 866 ft

Short recap

#72 toughest climb of Wales
#99 most elevation gain of Wales
#23 longest climb of Glamorgan
#17 average steepest climb of Glamorgan
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Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd is a climb in the region Rhondda Cynon Taf. It is 2 mi long and bridges 866 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 286. The top of the ascent is located at 1086 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Penheol Ely Road & Eglwysilan Road

5.0 by Spidercrab
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A challenging climb that starts off from the A470 roundabout at a brutal gradient that eases off once past the Golf Course, but then just gets steeper and steeper. The climb and gradient reveals itself at each bend so you never get a view of the whole climb or what is around the corner. If you’re on a gravel bike then you can go even further up to the top of the mountain. Road surface is very good and there is little traffic but plenty of sheep once you pass the top cattle grid.... read more

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Reviews (2)

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Spidercrab
Spidercrab
1 y 5.0

A challenging climb that starts off from the A470 roundabout at a brutal gradient that eases off once past the Golf Course, but then just gets steeper and steeper. The climb and gradient reveals itself at each bend so you never get a view of the whole climb or what is around the corner. If you’re on a gravel bike then you can go even further up to the top of the mountain. Road surface is very good and there is little traffic but plenty of sheep once you pass the top cattle grid.

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tadgoraucymru
tadgoraucymru
1 y 3.0

I've cycled this climb a few times. The views from the top are worth the pain.
Recently we did it as a training ride with my 10 and 8 yr old. they both manage it but the steep section is just before a blind left hand corner which is a bit stressful as a parent.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:23:38
7 mph 00:16:44
9 mph 00:13:02
12 mph 00:09:48

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd 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!

Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd 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, Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd is not a problem.

Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd is 2 mi long.

The average gradient of Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd is 8.4%.

Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.6%.

The summit of Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd is at 1086 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:23:38 to climb Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd. At 7 mph the time is 00:16:44, and at 9 mph 00:13:02. For the fastest cyclists, 00:09:48 is an achievable time.

Cefn Eglwysilan from Pontypridd is located in the region Rhondda Cynon Taf in Wales.

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