Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico

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Difficulty points	602
Length	13.6 mi
Average gradient	4.4%
Steepest segment	10.5%
Total ascent	3153 ft

Difficulty points

602

Length

13.6 mi

Average gradient

4.4%

Steepest segment

10.5%

Total ascent

3153 ft

Short recap

#60 toughest climb of Azores

#7 most elevation gain of Azores

#56 longest climb of Portugal

#13 average steepest climb of Pico Island

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The second part of the climb (when you turn off the main road to the lagunas) the road surface is very bad. The road is bumpy and contains many (deep) holes in the asphalt.

Climbing times

5 mph	02:44:22
7 mph	01:56:22
9 mph	01:30:41
12 mph	01:08:07

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lagoa da Rosada can be cycled from 3 sides. Lagoa da Rosada from Calheta de Nesquim is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Lagoa da Rosada from Parque Florestal da Prainha & Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico.

You don't need special gearing for Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico. 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.

Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico 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.

Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico is 13.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico is 4.4%.

Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.5%.

The summit of Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico is at 3173 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:44:22 to climb Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico. At 7 mph the time is 01:56:22, and at 9 mph 01:30:41. For the fastest cyclists, 01:08:07 is an achievable time.

Lagoa da Rosada from Lajes do Pico is located in the region Pico Island in Portugal.

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