Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass

Chief Joseph Pass can be cycled from 3 sides. Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Chief Joseph Pass from Gibbonsville via Trail Pass & Chief Joseph Pass from Wisdom.

You don't need special gearing for Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass. 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.

Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass 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!

Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass is 13.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass is 3.9%.

Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 6.5%.

The summit of Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass is at 7257 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:47:21 to climb Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass. At 7 mph the time is 01:58:29, and at 9 mph 01:32:20. For the fastest cyclists, 01:09:22 is an achievable time.

Chief Joseph Pass from Sula via Trail Pass is located in the region Montana in United States.