Mount Dandenong from The Basin

Statistics

Difficulty points	528
Length	5.6 mi
Average gradient	5.5%
Steepest segment	15.2%
Total ascent	1627 ft

Difficulty points

528

Length

5.6 mi

Average gradient

5.5%

Steepest segment

15.2%

Total ascent

1627 ft

Short recap

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#52 toughest climb of Oceania

#54 most elevation gain of Oceania

#47 longest climb of Oceania

#71 average steepest climb of Australia

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John Doe

1 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

The down and dirty 1 in 20, go with gravel 38mm+ tyres in winter, zero to light traffic, very few riders if any, stunning scenery, one of the best and most underrated climbs in the Dandenongs.

CarlH53

2 Mo 4.0

My local climb , less busy than the one in 20. Nice nature, tall Mountain Ash gums.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:07:20
7 mph	00:47:40
9 mph	00:37:09
12 mph	00:27:54

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mount Dandenong can be cycled from 3 sides. Mount Dandenong from Montrose is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Mount Dandenong from York & Mount Dandenong from The Basin.

You don't need special gearing for Mount Dandenong from The Basin. 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.

Mount Dandenong from The Basin 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!

Mount Dandenong from The Basin is 5.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Mount Dandenong from The Basin is 5.5%.

Mount Dandenong from The Basin has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.2%.

The summit of Mount Dandenong from The Basin is at 2041 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:07:20 to climb Mount Dandenong from The Basin. At 7 mph the time is 00:47:40, and at 9 mph 00:37:09. For the fastest cyclists, 00:27:54 is an achievable time.

Mount Dandenong from The Basin is located in the region in Australia.

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