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Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog

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Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog
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Elevation profile Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog

Statistics

Difficulty points 303
Length 3.3 mi
Average gradient 6%
Steepest segment 14.3%
Total ascent 1056 ft

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Beautiful scenery
#61 toughest climb of Wales
#46 most elevation gain of Wales
#72 longest climb of Wales
#80 average steepest climb of Clwyd
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Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog is a climb in the region Conwy. It is 3.3 mi long and bridges 1056 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 303. The top of the ascent is located at 1594 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road name: B4407

4.0 by Willyx
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
Lovely climb up the side of a remote valley on a singletrack road. The final 2km to Ffynnon Eidda is superb where the head of the valley suddenly opens out onto the remote upland of the Migneint. If you've reached Ffynnon Eidda by another route and have time to spare it is well worth dropping down to Carrog and riding back up the climb. ... read more

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Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog
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Willyx
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10 Mo 4.0

Lovely climb up the side of a remote valley on a singletrack road. The final 2km to Ffynnon Eidda is superb where the head of the valley suddenly opens out onto the remote upland of the Migneint. If you've reached Ffynnon Eidda by another route and have time to spare it is well worth dropping down to Carrog and riding back up the climb.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:40:15
7 mph 00:28:29
9 mph 00:22:12
12 mph 00:16:41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ffynnon Eidda can be cycled from 3 sides. Ffynnon Eidda from Ysbyty Ifan is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Ffynnon Eidda from Llan Ffestiniog & Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog.

Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog 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!

Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog 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!

Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog is 3.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog is 6%.

Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.3%.

The summit of Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog is at 1594 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:40:15 to climb Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog. At 7 mph the time is 00:28:29, and at 9 mph 00:22:12. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:41 is an achievable time.

Ffynnon Eidda from Carrog is located in the region Conwy in Wales.

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