Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake

Ridgecrest Pass can be cycled from 2 sides. Ridgecrest Pass from Woodville is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake.

Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake 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!

Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake is not a problem.

Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake is 2.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake is 7.4%.

Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.1%.

The summit of Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake is at 1512 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:26:19 to climb Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake. At 7 mph the time is 00:18:38, and at 9 mph 00:14:31. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:54 is an achievable time.

Ridgecrest Pass from Alpine Lake is located in the region California in United States.