Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev

Popovi Livadi Pass can be cycled from 2 sides. Popovi Livadi Pass from Gorno Spanchevo is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev.

Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev 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!

Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev 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.

Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev is 8.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev is 6.5%.

Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.3%.

The summit of Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev is at 4675 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:40:24 to climb Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev. At 7 mph the time is 01:11:04, and at 9 mph 00:55:23. For the fastest cyclists, 00:41:37 is an achievable time.

Popovi Livadi Pass from Gotse Delchev is located in the region in Bulgaria.