Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek

Panther Pass can be cycled from 3 sides. Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Panther Pass from Study Butte & Panther Pass from Chisos Basin.

You don't need special gearing for Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek. 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.

Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek 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!

Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek is 14.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek is 3.9%.

Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10%.

The summit of Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek is at 5761 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:52:34 to climb Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek. At 7 mph the time is 02:02:10, and at 9 mph 01:35:12. For the fastest cyclists, 01:11:31 is an achievable time.

Panther Pass from Tornillo Creek is located in the region Texas in United States.