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Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail

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Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail
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Elevation profile Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail

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Difficulty points 42
Length 2.5 mi
Average gradient 2.6%
Steepest segment 7%
Total ascent 344 ft
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Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail is a climb in the region Highland. It is 2.5 mi long and bridges 344 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 2.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 42. The top of the ascent is located at 423 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

4.0 by YetiJ
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A long gradual climb through a lovely valley with a stunning loch. Quite quiet with most vehicles taking the Applecross road.... read more

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A long gradual climb through a lovely valley with a stunning loch. Quite quiet with most vehicles taking the Applecross road.

Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail
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Climbing times

5 mph 00:30:22
7 mph 00:21:30
9 mph 00:16:45
12 mph 00:12:35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Glen Shieldaig can be cycled from 2 sides. Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Glen Shieldaig from Tornapress.

You don't need special gearing for Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail. 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.

Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail falls into the 5th category. With good fitness, you can ride it up with speed and power. If you have less training, shift down and climb smoothly.

Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail is 2.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail is 2.6%.

Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7%.

The summit of Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail is at 423 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:30:22 to climb Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail. At 7 mph the time is 00:21:30, and at 9 mph 00:16:45. For the fastest cyclists, 00:12:35 is an achievable time.

Glen Shieldaig from Loch Dughail is located in the region Highland in Scotland.

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