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Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir

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Elevation profile Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir

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Difficulty points 485
Length 5.5 mi
Average gradient 6.1%
Steepest segment 17.8%
Total ascent 1778 ft

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Beautiful scenery
5 hairpin turns
#4 toughest climb of Iceland
#4 most elevation gain of Iceland
#4 longest climb of Iceland
#18 average steepest climb of Iceland
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Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir is a climb in the region Iceland. It is 5.5 mi long and bridges 1778 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 485. The top of the ascent is located at 1952 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Borgarfjarðarvegur & Seyðisfjarðarvegur

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:06:43
7 mph 00:47:14
9 mph 00:36:48
12 mph 00:27:39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir 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!

Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir 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!

Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir is 5.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir is 6.1%.

Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.8%.

The summit of Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir is at 1952 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:06:43 to climb Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir. At 7 mph the time is 00:47:14, and at 9 mph 00:36:48. For the fastest cyclists, 00:27:39 is an achievable time.

Heiðarvatn / Heavier Mountain from Egilsstaðir is located in the region in Iceland.

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