Cat 5 Gelligaer

Côte de Gelligaer

Wales, wales

The Gelligaer rises 1.7km through gentle countryside, gaining 78m to 245m. The average gradient of 4.7% disguises ramps of 9.9% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in Wales, Wales.

  • A false flat around km 1 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.

Côte de Gelligaer

Wales, wales

1.7km 78m 4.7%
5

Distance

1.7km

Avg Gradient

4.7%

Max Gradient

9.9%

Elevation Gain

78m

Summit

245m

Wall Rating

2.8

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What things cost

Typical prices in Wales

£3.50

Coffee

£4.80

Beer

£13.00

Meal

£1.30

Water

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