El Monte from Linares

El Monte can be cycled from 5 sides. El Monte from Vega de Arriba via Tueya is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via El Monte from Linares, El Monte from Santa Cecilia, El Monte from La Felguera & El Monte via La Calabaza.

El Monte from Linares 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!

El Monte from Linares 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!

El Monte from Linares is 3.2 mi long.

The average gradient of El Monte from Linares is 8.4%.

El Monte from Linares has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.7%.

The summit of El Monte from Linares is at 1608 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:38:47 to climb El Monte from Linares. At 7 mph the time is 00:27:27, and at 9 mph 00:21:24. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:04 is an achievable time.

El Monte from Linares is located in the region Asturias in Spain.