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Tres Cruces from Cuenca

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Difficulty points 902
Length 20.5 mi
Average gradient 4.7%
Steepest segment 10.5%
Total ascent 5121 ft

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5 hairpin turns
#43 toughest climb of South America
#17 most elevation gain of South America
#19 longest climb of South America
#3 average steepest climb of Ecuador
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Tres Cruces from Cuenca is a climb in the region Ecuador. It is 20.5 mi long and bridges 5121 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 902. The top of the ascent is located at 13635 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Avenida Ordoñez Lasso & Vía Cuenca - Molleturo - Puerto Inca

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Climbing times

5 mph 04:07:08
7 mph 02:54:58
9 mph 02:16:21
12 mph 01:42:26

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tres Cruces can be cycled from 2 sides. Tres Cruces from Cuenca is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Tres Cruces from Las Mercedes.

You don't need special gearing for Tres Cruces from Cuenca. 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.

Tres Cruces from Cuenca belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Tres Cruces from Cuenca is 20.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Tres Cruces from Cuenca is 4.7%.

Tres Cruces from Cuenca has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.5%.

The summit of Tres Cruces from Cuenca is at 13635 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 04:07:08 to climb Tres Cruces from Cuenca. At 7 mph the time is 02:54:58, and at 9 mph 02:16:21. For the fastest cyclists, 01:42:26 is an achievable time.

Tres Cruces from Cuenca is located in the region in Ecuador.

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