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Paso Pichachén from Guañacos

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Difficulty points 794
Length 28 mi
Average gradient 2.8%
Steepest segment 8.2%
Total ascent 4127 ft

Short recap

2 hairpin turns
#51 toughest climb of South America
#22 most elevation gain of South America
#87 longest climb of World
#22 average steepest climb of Argentina
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Paso Pichachén from Guañacos is a climb in the region Argentina. It is 28 mi long and bridges 4127 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 2.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 794. The top of the ascent is located at 6742 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Ruta Provincial 6 & Paso Internacional Pichachén

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Climbing times

5 mph 05:38:28
7 mph 03:59:38
9 mph 03:06:44
12 mph 02:20:18

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Frequently Asked Questions

Paso Pichachén can be cycled from 2 sides. Paso Pichachén from Laguna del Laja is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Paso Pichachén from Guañacos.

You don't need special gearing for Paso Pichachén from Guañacos. 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.

Paso Pichachén from Guañacos 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.

Paso Pichachén from Guañacos is 28 mi long.

The average gradient of Paso Pichachén from Guañacos is 2.8%.

Paso Pichachén from Guañacos has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.2%.

The summit of Paso Pichachén from Guañacos is at 6742 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 05:38:28 to climb Paso Pichachén from Guañacos. At 7 mph the time is 03:59:38, and at 9 mph 03:06:44. For the fastest cyclists, 02:20:18 is an achievable time.

Paso Pichachén from Guañacos is located in the region in Argentina.

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