Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road

Opouri Saddle can be cycled from 2 sides. Opouri Saddle from Harvey Bay via Waihopai Valley Road is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road.

Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road 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!

Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road 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!

Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road is 3.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road is 8.2%.

Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.2%.

The summit of Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road is at 1667 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:36:54 to climb Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road. At 7 mph the time is 00:26:07, and at 9 mph 00:20:21. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:17 is an achievable time.

Opouri Saddle via Tennyson Inlet Road is located in the region South Island in New Zealand.