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Mountain Road via Snowdon Close

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Elevation profile Mountain Road via Snowdon Close

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Difficulty points 255
Length 1.6 mi
Average gradient 8.7%
Steepest segment 17.9%
Total ascent 738 ft

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#93 toughest climb of Wales
#21 most elevation gain of Gwent
#39 longest climb of Gwent
#34 average steepest climb of Gwent
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Mountain Road via Snowdon Close is a climb in the region Caerphilly. It is 1.6 mi long and bridges 738 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 255. The top of the ascent is located at 1102 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Snowdon Close & Mountain Road

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:19:18
7 mph 00:13:40
9 mph 00:10:39
12 mph 00:08:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mountain Road via Snowdon Close 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!

Mountain Road via Snowdon Close 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, Mountain Road via Snowdon Close is not a problem.

Mountain Road via Snowdon Close is 1.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Mountain Road via Snowdon Close is 8.7%.

Mountain Road via Snowdon Close has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.9%.

The summit of Mountain Road via Snowdon Close is at 1102 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:19:18 to climb Mountain Road via Snowdon Close. At 7 mph the time is 00:13:40, and at 9 mph 00:10:39. For the fastest cyclists, 00:08:00 is an achievable time.

Mountain Road via Snowdon Close is located in the region Caerphilly in Wales.

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