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Mamore Gap from Owenerk

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Mamore Gap from Owenerk
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Elevation profile Mamore Gap from Owenerk

Statistics

Difficulty points 227
Length 0.7 mi
Average gradient 13.2%
Steepest segment 20.1%
Total ascent 492 ft

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Famous climb
Beautiful scenery
#38 toughest climb of Ireland
#53 most elevation gain of Ulster
#75 longest climb of Ulster
#4 average steepest climb of Ireland
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Mamore Gap from Owenerk is a climb in the region Donegal. It is 0.7 mi long and bridges 492 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 13.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 227. The top of the ascent is located at 863 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: Hillside & Mamore Gap

5.0 by amcinroy75
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
This is the climb that was used in the Everesting World record. It's 1km of straight, relentless torture. The approach allows you to see the full climb looming ahead, like sheer wall. Wonderful.... read more

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amcinroy75
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4 Mo 5.0

This is the climb that was used in the Everesting World record. It's 1km of straight, relentless torture. The approach allows you to see the full climb looming ahead, like sheer wall. Wonderful.

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Nmcdowell
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10 Mo 5.0

Savage 1km ramp but it lets up a couple of times before you’re absolutely gasping again. Serious type 2 fun

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:08:31
7 mph 00:06:01
9 mph 00:04:42
12 mph 00:03:31

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mamore Gap can be cycled from 2 sides. Mamore Gap from Owenerk is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Mamore Gap from Urrismanagh.

Mamore Gap from Owenerk 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!

Mamore Gap from Owenerk is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Mamore Gap from Owenerk is not a problem.

Mamore Gap from Owenerk is 0.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Mamore Gap from Owenerk is 13.2%.

Mamore Gap from Owenerk has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 20.1%.

The summit of Mamore Gap from Owenerk is at 863 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:08:31 to climb Mamore Gap from Owenerk. At 7 mph the time is 00:06:01, and at 9 mph 00:04:42. For the fastest cyclists, 00:03:31 is an achievable time.

Mamore Gap from Owenerk is located in the region Donegal in Ireland.

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