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Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata

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Elevation profile Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata
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Difficulty points 613
Length 16.2 mi
Average gradient 3.9%
Steepest segment 10.2%
Total ascent 3333 ft

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#86 toughest climb of South America
#39 most elevation gain of South America
#26 longest climb of South America
#14 average steepest climb of Argentina
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Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata is a climb in the region Argentina. It is 16.2 mi long and bridges 3333 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 3.9%, resulting in a difficulty score of 613. The top of the ascent is located at 9692 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Ruta Provincial 52

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Climbing times

5 mph 03:15:46
7 mph 02:18:36
9 mph 01:48:00
12 mph 01:21:08

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cruz de Paramillo can be cycled from 2 sides. Cruz de Paramillo from Mendoza via Caracoles de Villavicencio is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata.

You don't need special gearing for Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata. 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.

Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata 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.

Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata is 16.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata is 3.9%.

Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.2%.

The summit of Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata is at 9692 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 03:15:46 to climb Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata. At 7 mph the time is 02:18:36, and at 9 mph 01:48:00. For the fastest cyclists, 01:21:08 is an achievable time.

Cruz de Paramillo from Uspallata is located in the region in Argentina.

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