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Vulcan Pass from Vulcan

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Vulcan Pass from Vulcan
Vulcan Pass from Vulcan
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Elevation profile Vulcan Pass from Vulcan

Statistics

Difficulty points 1293
Length 6.6 mi
Average gradient 9.4%
Steepest segment 21.8%
Total ascent 3307 ft

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Famous climb
Beautiful scenery
7 hairpin turns
#2 toughest climb of Carpathian Mountains
#14 most elevation gain of Carpathian Mountains
#43 longest climb of Romania
#84 average steepest climb of Carpathian Mountains
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Vulcan Pass from Vulcan is a climb in the region Transylvanian Alps. It is 6.6 mi long and bridges 3307 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 9.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1293. The top of the ascent is located at 5269 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 3 photos.

Road names: Strada Decebal & Drumul Roman

5.0 by Octav
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
It is said that this is the most difficult climb from Romania. It is tough, indeed, especially if you do not start the day with it. Or, if you do not have at least a 32T sprocket.... read more

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3 y 5.0 01:04:09 (6.2 mph)

It is said that this is the most difficult climb from Romania. It is tough, indeed, especially if you do not start the day with it. Or, if you do not have at least a 32T sprocket.

Vulcan Pass from Vulcan
Vulcan Pass from Vulcan
Vulcan Pass from Vulcan
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Climbing times

5 mph 01:20:03
7 mph 00:56:40
9 mph 00:44:10
12 mph 00:33:11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Vulcan Pass from Vulcan 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!

Vulcan Pass from Vulcan 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.

Vulcan Pass from Vulcan is 6.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Vulcan Pass from Vulcan is 9.4%.

Vulcan Pass from Vulcan has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 21.8%.

The summit of Vulcan Pass from Vulcan is at 5269 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:20:03 to climb Vulcan Pass from Vulcan. At 7 mph the time is 00:56:40, and at 9 mph 00:44:10. For the fastest cyclists, 00:33:11 is an achievable time.

Vulcan Pass from Vulcan is located in the region in Romania.

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