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Serra da Meruoca from Sobral

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Elevation profile Serra da Meruoca from Sobral

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Difficulty points 682
Length 9.2 mi
Average gradient 5.5%
Steepest segment 13.1%
Total ascent 2667 ft

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4 hairpin turns
#71 toughest climb of South America
#66 most elevation gain of South America
#62 longest climb of South America
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Serra da Meruoca from Sobral is a climb in the region Brazil. It is 9.2 mi long and bridges 2667 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 682. The top of the ascent is located at 2874 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Rodovia Monsenhor José Furtado Cavalcante

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:51:32
7 mph 01:18:58
9 mph 01:01:32
12 mph 00:46:14

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Frequently Asked Questions

Serra da Meruoca can be cycled from 2 sides. Serra da Meruoca from Sobral is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Serra da Meruoca via Alcântaras.

You don't need special gearing for Serra da Meruoca from Sobral. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Serra da Meruoca from Sobral 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.

Serra da Meruoca from Sobral is 9.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Serra da Meruoca from Sobral is 5.5%.

Serra da Meruoca from Sobral has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.1%.

The summit of Serra da Meruoca from Sobral is at 2874 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:51:32 to climb Serra da Meruoca from Sobral. At 7 mph the time is 01:18:58, and at 9 mph 01:01:32. For the fastest cyclists, 00:46:14 is an achievable time.

Serra da Meruoca from Sobral is located in the region in Brazil.

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