Question 1

How hard is Pen-y-coed?

Accepted Answer

Classified as Category 4, Pen-y-coed is a solid climb that will test your legs.

Question 2

How long is Pen-y-coed?

Accepted Answer

Pen-y-coed is 2.1km long with 122m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 13 minutes.

Question 3

Where does Pen-y-coed start?

Accepted Answer

Pen-y-coed begins in Wales, Wales. The starting coordinates are 52.9910°N, -3.3958°E.

Question 4

What is the steepest section of Pen-y-coed?

Accepted Answer

The steepest 100-metre section of Pen-y-coed hits 11.7%. A serious ramp that will have you out of the saddle. The average gradient across the full climb is 5.9%.

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