Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore

Statistics

Difficulty points	419
Length	3.5 mi
Average gradient	7.5%
Steepest segment	16.1%
Total ascent	1388 ft

Difficulty points

419

Length

3.5 mi

Average gradient

7.5%

Steepest segment

16.1%

Total ascent

1388 ft

Short recap

6 hairpin turns

#4 toughest climb of Scotland

#4 most elevation gain of Scotland

#74 longest climb of Scotland

#56 average steepest climb of Scotland

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Reviews (3)

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AlisonK

1 y 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

Really steep but fun climb with switchbacks out of Kenmore and up to stunning views of the Perthshire hills

JonPlunkett ^premium

1 y 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

Super climb with stunning views of loch Tay between hard sweat blinks and gasps. Hard to settle into a rhythm as the gradient change so frequently but never seems to feel easier.

Stuartleitch

2 y 4.0 00:34:15 (6.1 mph)

A beast of a climb. I knew I was in trouble straight away as I left Kenmore. Losing traction on the switchbacks. Definitely one of those that hits you hard early, and though the gradient drops off later, it’s not much of a relief.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:42:11
7 mph	00:29:52
9 mph	00:23:16
12 mph	00:17:29

Road surface condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill 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 / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore 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 / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore 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!

Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore is 3.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore is 7.5%.

Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.1%.

The summit of Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore is at 1765 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:42:11 to climb Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore. At 7 mph the time is 00:29:52, and at 9 mph 00:23:16. For the fastest cyclists, 00:17:29 is an achievable time.

Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore is located in the region Perth and Kinross in Scotland.

Glen Quaich / Kenmore Hill from Kenmore

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Short recap

Photos (6)

Reviews (3)

Climbing times

Road surface condition

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