How hard is Hickison Summit?

Classified as Category 4, Hickison Summit is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

How long is Hickison Summit?

Hickison Summit is 9.6km long with 247m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 58 minutes.

Where does Hickison Summit start?

Hickison Summit starts on the Lincoln in Nevada, United-states. The starting coordinates are 39.3945°N, -116.8265°E.

What is the steepest section of Hickison Summit?

The steepest 100-metre section of Hickison Summit hits 6.3%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 2.6%.

Cat 4 Lincoln

Hickison Summit

Nevada, united-states

The Lincoln rises 9.6km through mountain forest into exposed high country, gaining 247m to 2,002m. The average gradient of 2.6% disguises ramps of 6.3% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. At 2,002m, the summit rises above the treeline into an exposed, often windswept landscape. Located in Nevada, United-states.

Summit above 2,000m — the road climbs above the treeline into exposed, often windswept terrain.
A false flat around km 2 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.