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Kootenay Pass from Salmo

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Elevation profile Kootenay Pass from Salmo

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Difficulty points 697
Length 13.7 mi
Average gradient 5.1%
Steepest segment 10.4%
Total ascent 3704 ft

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#8 toughest climb of Canada
#8 most elevation gain of Canada
#7 longest climb of Canada
#13 average steepest climb of British Columbia
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Kootenay Pass from Salmo is a climb in the region British Columbia. It is 13.7 mi long and bridges 3704 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 697. The top of the ascent is located at 5827 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Crowsnest Highway

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:45:07
7 mph 01:56:53
9 mph 01:31:06
12 mph 01:08:26

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kootenay Pass can be cycled from 2 sides. Kootenay Pass from Creston is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Kootenay Pass from Salmo.

You don't need special gearing for Kootenay Pass from Salmo. 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.

Kootenay Pass from Salmo is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Kootenay Pass from Salmo is 13.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Kootenay Pass from Salmo is 5.1%.

Kootenay Pass from Salmo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.4%.

The summit of Kootenay Pass from Salmo is at 5827 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:45:07 to climb Kootenay Pass from Salmo. At 7 mph the time is 01:56:53, and at 9 mph 01:31:06. For the fastest cyclists, 01:08:26 is an achievable time.

Kootenay Pass from Salmo is located in the region British Columbia in Canada.

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