Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor

Cuesta Mallarauco can be cycled from 2 sides. Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Cuesta Mallarauco from Santa Teresa.

Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor 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!

Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor 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!

Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor is 1.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor is 9.9%.

Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.9%.

The summit of Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor is at 2119 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:21:10 to climb Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor. At 7 mph the time is 00:14:59, and at 9 mph 00:11:40. For the fastest cyclists, 00:08:46 is an achievable time.

Cuesta Mallarauco from Peñaflor is located in the region in Chile.