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Coal Bank Pass from Durango

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Elevation profile Coal Bank Pass from Durango

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Difficulty points 691
Length 20.5 mi
Average gradient 3.8%
Steepest segment 7.1%
Total ascent 4085 ft

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#36 toughest climb of Rocky Mountains
#32 most elevation gain of Rocky Mountains
#81 longest climb of North America
#97 average steepest climb of Rocky Mountains
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Coal Bank Pass from Durango is a climb in the region Colorado. It is 20.5 mi long and bridges 4085 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 3.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 691. The top of the ascent is located at 10643 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Railroad Avenue, B Street, Central Avenue, South Glasgow Avenue & North Glasgow Avenue

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Climbing times

5 mph 04:07:57
7 mph 02:55:32
9 mph 02:16:48
12 mph 01:42:46

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Frequently Asked Questions

Coal Bank Pass can be cycled from 2 sides. Coal Bank Pass from Durango is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Coal Bank Pass from Molas Pass.

You don't need special gearing for Coal Bank Pass from Durango. 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.

Coal Bank Pass from Durango is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Coal Bank Pass from Durango is 20.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Coal Bank Pass from Durango is 3.8%.

Coal Bank Pass from Durango has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7.1%.

The summit of Coal Bank Pass from Durango is at 10643 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 04:07:57 to climb Coal Bank Pass from Durango. At 7 mph the time is 02:55:32, and at 9 mph 02:16:48. For the fastest cyclists, 01:42:46 is an achievable time.

Coal Bank Pass from Durango is located in the region Colorado in United States.

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