Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore

Saratoga Gap can be cycled from 4 sides. Saratoga Gap from San Lorenzo Park is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Saratoga Gap from Saratoga, Saratoga Gap via Pierce Road & Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore.

Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore 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!

Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore 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!

Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore is 5.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore is 6.9%.

Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19.6%.

The summit of Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore is at 2628 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:08:31 to climb Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore. At 7 mph the time is 00:48:30, and at 9 mph 00:37:48. For the fastest cyclists, 00:28:24 is an achievable time.

Saratoga Gap from Camp Sycamore is located in the region California in United States.