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Pietroasa

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Elevation profile Pietroasa

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Difficulty points 916
Length 5 mi
Average gradient 9.8%
Steepest segment 19.2%
Total ascent 2572 ft

Short recap

7 hairpin turns
#6 toughest climb of Carpathian Mountains
#28 most elevation gain of Carpathian Mountains
#52 longest climb of Romania
#79 average steepest climb of Carpathian Mountains
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Pietroasa is a climb in the region Apuseni Mountains. It is 5 mi long and bridges 2572 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 9.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 916. The top of the ascent is located at 5056 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Drumul lui Iovan

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:00:01
7 mph 00:42:29
9 mph 00:33:07
12 mph 00:24:52

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pietroasa 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!

Pietroasa belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Pietroasa is 5 mi long.

The average gradient of Pietroasa is 9.8%.

Pietroasa has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19.2%.

The summit of Pietroasa is at 5056 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:00:01 to climb Pietroasa. At 7 mph the time is 00:42:29, and at 9 mph 00:33:07. For the fastest cyclists, 00:24:52 is an achievable time.

Pietroasa is located in the region in Romania.

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