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Locust Knob from Kimballton

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Elevation profile Locust Knob from Kimballton

Statistics

Difficulty points 120
Length 9.8 mi
Average gradient 2.1%
Steepest segment 13.4%
Total ascent 1076 ft

Short recap

2 hairpin turns
#26 toughest climb of Virginia
#16 most elevation gain of Virginia
#29 longest climb of Appalachians
#44 average steepest climb of Virginia
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Locust Knob from Kimballton is a climb in the region Virginia. It is 9.8 mi long and bridges 1076 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 2.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 120. The top of the ascent is located at 2638 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Big Stony Creek Road

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:58:07
7 mph 01:23:37
9 mph 01:05:10
12 mph 00:48:57

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Locust Knob from Kimballton. 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.

Locust Knob from Kimballton 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.

Locust Knob from Kimballton is 9.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Locust Knob from Kimballton is 2.1%.

Locust Knob from Kimballton has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.4%.

The summit of Locust Knob from Kimballton is at 2638 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:58:07 to climb Locust Knob from Kimballton. At 7 mph the time is 01:23:37, and at 9 mph 01:05:10. For the fastest cyclists, 00:48:57 is an achievable time.

Locust Knob from Kimballton is located in the region Virginia in United States.

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