Colle Basse from Annot is a climb in the region Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. It is 6.2 mi long and bridges 2674 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 824. The top of the ascent is located at 4820 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
The first "wall" at 13％ is formidable!
Then a descent that takes the pressure off and once again some serious gradients.
The road is in average condition, but deteriorates dramatically in the last kilometre.
It's only a nuisance on the descent, which isn't very pleasant either (gravel, potholes, pine cones...).
This descent really shakes things up!
Vigilance required.
Hidden jewel? I don't know. What is certain is that local cyclists think it's a gravel path...read more
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The first "wall" at 13％ is formidable!
Then a descent that takes the pressure off and once again some serious gradients.
The road is in average condition, but deteriorates dramatically in the last kilometre.
It's only a nuisance on the descent, which isn't very pleasant either (gravel, potholes, pine cones...).
This descent really shakes things up!
Vigilance required.
Hidden jewel? I don't know. What is certain is that local cyclists think it's a gravel path.
The forest isn't ugly. So much the better, because that's all you'll see.
In terms of scenery, it's frankly stodgy and frustrating. Trees are everywhere.
The only place where you can vaguely catch a glimpse of a distant mountain silhouette is precisely where the base station was chosen! Splendid!
On arrival: an old abandoned hangar. So ugly that you realise it couldn't have been any other way.
At least, at the start, you have the pleasure of discovering the impressive Annot sandstone.
However, from a purely cycling point of view, it's a serious climb with plenty of irregularities.
So, yes, why not?
Le premier « mur » à 13％ est redoutable !
Ensuite, une descente qui soulage et de nouveau des pourcentages sérieux.
Une route dans un état moyen qui se dégrade singulièrement dans le dernier kilomètre.
Ce n’est gênant que dans la descente qui d’ailleurs n’est pas très agréable (graviers, nids de poules, pommes de pin…).
Elle secoue bien cette descente !
Vigilance requise.
Joyau caché ? Je ne sais pas. Ce qui est certain c’est que les cyclistes des environs pensent que c’est un chemin gravel.
La forêt n’est pas moche. Tant mieux parce que l’on ne verra qu’elle.
En termes de paysages, c’est franchement indigent et frustrant. Les arbres sont partout.
Le seul lieu qui permette de vaguement entrapercevoir une silhouette de montagne lointaine, c’est précisément la place qui a été choisie pour planter l’antenne relais ! Splendide !
À l’arrivée : un vieux hangar abandonné. Si laid que l’on comprend qu’il ne pouvait en être autrement.
Au moins, au départ, on a le plaisir de découvrir les impressionnants Grès de Annot.
Reste que d’un point de vue purement cycliste, c’est une ascension sérieuse et irrégulière à souhait.
Alors, oui, pourquoi pas ?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Colle Basse from Annot 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!
Colle Basse from Annot 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.
Colle Basse from Annot is 6.2 mi long.
The average gradient of Colle Basse from Annot is 8.2%.
Colle Basse from Annot has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.7%.
The summit of Colle Basse from Annot is at 4820 ft.
At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:14:36 to climb Colle Basse from Annot. At 7 mph the time is 00:52:49, and at 9 mph 00:41:09. For the fastest cyclists, 00:30:55 is an achievable time.
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