Cat 5 Buffalo

Locust Knob from Little Kanawha River

West Virginia, united-states

The Buffalo rises 3.5km through gentle countryside, gaining 98m to 314m. The average gradient of 2.8% disguises ramps of 9.1% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. Located in West Virginia, United-states.

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

Locust Knob from Little Kanawha River

West Virginia, united-states

3.5km 98m 2.8%
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Distance

3.5km

Avg Gradient

2.8%

Max Gradient

9.1%

Elevation Gain

98m

Summit

314m

Wall Rating

2.5

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