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Wauchope Forest from Saughtree

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Elevation profile Wauchope Forest from Saughtree

Statistics

Difficulty points 112
Length 4.7 mi
Average gradient 3.1%
Steepest segment 7.7%
Total ascent 771 ft

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#16 toughest climb of Scottish Borders
#88 most elevation gain of Scotland
#33 longest climb of Scotland
#38 average steepest climb of Scottish Borders
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Wauchope Forest from Saughtree is a climb in the region Scottish Borders. It is 4.7 mi long and bridges 771 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 3.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 112. The top of the ascent is located at 1247 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Dawstonburn Bridge

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:57:14
7 mph 00:40:31
9 mph 00:31:35
12 mph 00:23:43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Wauchope Forest can be cycled from 2 sides. Wauchope Forest from Saughtree is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Wauchope Forest from Hell's Hole.

You don't need special gearing for Wauchope Forest from Saughtree. 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.

Wauchope Forest from Saughtree is a 4th-category climb. A sprint to the top is usually not an option, and untrained riders will definitely feel it in their legs. For trained cyclists, it is a great training climb.

Wauchope Forest from Saughtree is 4.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Wauchope Forest from Saughtree is 3.1%.

Wauchope Forest from Saughtree has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7.7%.

The summit of Wauchope Forest from Saughtree is at 1247 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:57:14 to climb Wauchope Forest from Saughtree. At 7 mph the time is 00:40:31, and at 9 mph 00:31:35. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:43 is an achievable time.

Wauchope Forest from Saughtree is located in the region Scottish Borders in Scotland.

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