Question 1

How hard is Horseshoe Pass from Pen-y-stryt?

Accepted Answer

Classified as Category 4, Horseshoe Pass from Pen-y-stryt is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

Question 2

How long is Horseshoe Pass from Pen-y-stryt?

Accepted Answer

Horseshoe Pass from Pen-y-stryt is 4.8km long with 196m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 29 minutes.

Question 3

Where does Horseshoe Pass from Pen-y-stryt start?

Accepted Answer

Horseshoe Pass from Pen-y-stryt begins in Wales, Wales. The starting coordinates are 53.0557°N, -3.2000°E.

Question 4

What is the steepest section of Horseshoe Pass from Pen-y-stryt?

Accepted Answer

The steepest 100-metre section of Horseshoe Pass from Pen-y-stryt hits 10.5%. A serious ramp that will have you out of the saddle. The average gradient across the full climb is 4.1%.

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