Minaret Summit via Substation Road

Minaret Summit can be cycled from 2 sides. Minaret Summit via Substation Road is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Minaret Summit via Mammoth Scenic Loop.

You don't need special gearing for Minaret Summit via Substation Road. 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.

Minaret Summit via Substation Road is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Minaret Summit via Substation Road is 9.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Minaret Summit via Substation Road is 4%.

Minaret Summit via Substation Road has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10%.

The summit of Minaret Summit via Substation Road is at 9163 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:55:49 to climb Minaret Summit via Substation Road. At 7 mph the time is 01:21:59, and at 9 mph 01:03:54. For the fastest cyclists, 00:48:00 is an achievable time.

Minaret Summit via Substation Road is located in the region California in United States.