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Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake

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Difficulty points 732
Length 9.5 mi
Average gradient 6.5%
Steepest segment 11.3%
Total ascent 3248 ft

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Famous climb
2 hairpin turns
#52 toughest climb of California
#58 most elevation gain of California
#90 longest climb of California
#13 average steepest climb of Sierra Nevada
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Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake is a climb in the region Sierra Nevada. It is 9.5 mi long and bridges 3248 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 732. The top of the ascent is located at 8330 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:54:04
7 mph 01:20:45
9 mph 01:02:56
12 mph 00:47:17

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Frequently Asked Questions

Monitor Pass can be cycled from 3 sides. Monitor Pass from Markleeville is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake & .

Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake 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.

Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake is 9.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake is 6.5%.

Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.3%.

The summit of Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake is at 8330 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:54:04 to climb Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake. At 7 mph the time is 01:20:45, and at 9 mph 01:02:56. For the fastest cyclists, 00:47:17 is an achievable time.

Monitor Pass from Topaz Lake is located in the region California in United States.

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