Hell's Glens from St. Catherines

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Difficulty points	139
Length	3.3 mi
Average gradient	4.2%
Steepest segment	12.9%
Total ascent	745 ft

Difficulty points

139

Length

3.3 mi

Average gradient

4.2%

Steepest segment

12.9%

Total ascent

745 ft

Short recap

#7 toughest climb of Argyll and Bute

#89 most elevation gain of Scotland

#83 longest climb of Scotland

#16 average steepest climb of Argyll and Bute

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Fairly bland start on a busy(ish) road. Improving higher up and stunning views.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:40:23
7 mph	00:28:35
9 mph	00:22:17
12 mph	00:16:44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hell's Glens can be cycled from 3 sides. Hell's Glen from Monevechadan is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Hell's Glen from Cairndow & Hell's Glens from St. Catherines.

You don't need special gearing for Hell's Glens from St. Catherines. 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.

Hell's Glens from St. Catherines is a 4th-category climb. A sprint to the top is usually not an option, and untrained riders will definitely feel it in their legs. For trained cyclists, it is a great training climb.

Hell's Glens from St. Catherines is 3.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Hell's Glens from St. Catherines is 4.2%.

Hell's Glens from St. Catherines has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.9%.

The summit of Hell's Glens from St. Catherines is at 745 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:40:23 to climb Hell's Glens from St. Catherines. At 7 mph the time is 00:28:35, and at 9 mph 00:22:17. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:44 is an achievable time.

Hell's Glens from St. Catherines is located in the region Argyll and Bute in Scotland.

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