Darwin Pass from Panamint Springs

You don't need special gearing for Darwin Pass from Panamint Springs. 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.

Darwin Pass from Panamint Springs 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!

Darwin Pass from Panamint Springs is 20.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Darwin Pass from Panamint Springs is 3.5%.

Darwin Pass from Panamint Springs has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.3%.

The summit of Darwin Pass from Panamint Springs is at 5236 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 04:02:14 to climb Darwin Pass from Panamint Springs. At 7 mph the time is 02:51:29, and at 9 mph 02:13:38. For the fastest cyclists, 01:40:24 is an achievable time.

Darwin Pass from Panamint Springs is located in the region California in United States.