Stwlan Dam from Tanygrisiau

Statistics

Difficulty points	340
Length	2.1 mi
Average gradient	9.4%
Steepest segment	18.4%
Total ascent	1027 ft

Difficulty points

340

Length

2.1 mi

Average gradient

9.4%

Steepest segment

18.4%

Total ascent

1027 ft

Short recap

Famous climb

Beautiful scenery

8 hairpin turns

#34 toughest climb of Wales

#50 most elevation gain of Wales

#43 longest climb of Gwynedd

#20 average steepest climb of Gwynedd

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Reviews (2)

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Sheep poo makes the road slimy when wet, but otherwise epic

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You really need to know how to find this one. It is a maintenance road to the dam.
No traffic is allowed, but they turn a blind eye to cyclists.
Lift your bike over the fence and there is a beautiful tarmac road in front of you with beautiful hairpin bends.
You can take the best photo from the dam downwards.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:24:58
7 mph	00:17:41
9 mph	00:13:47
12 mph	00:10:21

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stwlan Dam from Tanygrisiau 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!

Stwlan Dam from Tanygrisiau 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!

Stwlan Dam from Tanygrisiau is 2.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Stwlan Dam from Tanygrisiau is 9.4%.

Stwlan Dam from Tanygrisiau has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.4%.

The summit of Stwlan Dam from Tanygrisiau is at 1677 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:24:58 to climb Stwlan Dam from Tanygrisiau. At 7 mph the time is 00:17:41, and at 9 mph 00:13:47. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:21 is an achievable time.

Stwlan Dam from Tanygrisiau is located in the region Gwynedd in Wales.

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