Ward via Lefthand Canyon Drive

You don't need special gearing for Ward via Lefthand Canyon Drive. 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.

Ward via Lefthand Canyon Drive 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!

Ward via Lefthand Canyon Drive is 14.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Ward via Lefthand Canyon Drive is 4.4%.

Ward via Lefthand Canyon Drive has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.2%.

The summit of Ward via Lefthand Canyon Drive is at 9278 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:52:58 to climb Ward via Lefthand Canyon Drive. At 7 mph the time is 02:02:27, and at 9 mph 01:35:26. For the fastest cyclists, 01:11:42 is an achievable time.

Ward via Lefthand Canyon Drive is located in the region Colorado in United States.