Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco

Statistics

Difficulty points	547
Length	16.9 mi
Average gradient	4.3%
Steepest segment	6.5%
Total ascent	3855 ft

Difficulty points

547

Length

16.9 mi

Average gradient

4.3%

Steepest segment

6.5%

Total ascent

3855 ft

Short recap

3 hairpin turns

#25 toughest climb of Lazio

#42 most elevation gain of Apennines

#84 longest climb of Italy

#21 average steepest climb of Frosinone

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A long but easy climb, beautiful scenery, fresh air, and very little traffic during the week

Climbing times

5 mph	03:24:29
7 mph	02:24:46
9 mph	01:52:49
12 mph	01:24:45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Forca d'Acero can be cycled from 4 sides. Forca d'Acero from Opi is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco, Forca d'Acero from Tavernola-Borgo & Forca d'Acero from Sora.

You don't need special gearing for Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco. 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.

Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco 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!

Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco is 16.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco is 4.3%.

Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 6.5%.

The summit of Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco is at 5043 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 03:24:29 to climb Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco. At 7 mph the time is 02:24:46, and at 9 mph 01:52:49. For the fastest cyclists, 01:24:45 is an achievable time.

Forca d'Acero from Rosanisco is located in the region Frosinone in Italy.

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