Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay

Pigeon Bay Road can be cycled from 2 sides. Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Pigeon Bay Road from Pigeon Bay.

Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay 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!

Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay 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!

Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay is 2.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay is 9.2%.

Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14%.

The summit of Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay is at 1207 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:25:02 to climb Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay. At 7 mph the time is 00:17:43, and at 9 mph 00:13:48. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:22 is an achievable time.

Pigeon Bay Road from Duvauchelle Bay is located in the region South Island in New Zealand.