Glen Quaich from Garrow

Statistics

Difficulty points	262
Length	1.7 mi
Average gradient	9.1%
Steepest segment	17.5%
Total ascent	804 ft

Difficulty points

262

Length

1.7 mi

Average gradient

9.1%

Steepest segment

17.5%

Total ascent

804 ft

Short recap

2 hairpin turns

#23 toughest climb of Scotland

#74 most elevation gain of Scotland

#52 longest climb of Perth and Kinross

#23 average steepest climb of Scotland

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Reviews (3)

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AlisonK

1 y 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

Shorter effort than the climb from other direction but definitely worth a detour to ride in this direction. Road surface pretty good little traffic, plenty passing spots if cars do come, I found drivers very considerate and stunning views.

JonPlunkett ^premium

1 y 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

A brilliant, painful, beauty of a climb that starts as soon as you cross the wee bridge at the bottom and doesn't let up much.

matzE

1 y 4.0 00:15:36 (6.5 mph)

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Hugely steep climb with beautiful views. The road surface is good on the climb, but the on the (awesome) descent on the other side sometimes has some gravel.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:20:14
7 mph	00:14:19
9 mph	00:11:10
12 mph	00:08:23

Road surface condition

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Traffic

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Frequently Asked Questions

Glen Quaich can be cycled from 2 sides. Glen Quaich from Garrow is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore.

Glen Quaich from Garrow 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!

Glen Quaich from Garrow 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, Glen Quaich from Garrow is not a problem.

Glen Quaich from Garrow is 1.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Glen Quaich from Garrow is 9.1%.

Glen Quaich from Garrow has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.5%.

The summit of Glen Quaich from Garrow is at 1765 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:20:14 to climb Glen Quaich from Garrow. At 7 mph the time is 00:14:19, and at 9 mph 00:11:10. For the fastest cyclists, 00:08:23 is an achievable time.

Glen Quaich from Garrow is located in the region Perth and Kinross in Scotland.

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