Lairhill from Bridge of Allan

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Difficulty points	221
Length	4.8 mi
Average gradient	4.3%
Steepest segment	13.2%
Total ascent	1086 ft

Difficulty points

221

Length

4.8 mi

Average gradient

4.3%

Steepest segment

13.2%

Total ascent

1086 ft

Short recap

#38 toughest climb of Scotland

#19 most elevation gain of Scotland

#32 longest climb of Scotland

#14 average steepest climb of Stirling

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Good climb up and out of Stirling then on our across the moorland this end of the Ochil Hills.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:57:39
7 mph	00:40:49
9 mph	00:31:48
12 mph	00:23:54

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lairhill can be cycled from 4 sides. Lairhill from Blairlogie is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Lairhill from Bridge of Allan, Lairhill from Greenloaning & Lairhill from Dunblane.

You don't need special gearing for Lairhill from Bridge of Allan. 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.

Lairhill from Bridge of Allan is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Lairhill from Bridge of Allan is not a problem.

Lairhill from Bridge of Allan is 4.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Lairhill from Bridge of Allan is 4.3%.

Lairhill from Bridge of Allan has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.2%.

The summit of Lairhill from Bridge of Allan is at 1033 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:57:39 to climb Lairhill from Bridge of Allan. At 7 mph the time is 00:40:49, and at 9 mph 00:31:48. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:54 is an achievable time.

Lairhill from Bridge of Allan is located in the region Stirling in Scotland.

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