Cat 4

Rathfriland via Back Road

Northern Ireland, northern-ireland

At just 1.4km, Rathfriland via Back Road is short but deceptively intense — 85m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. The average gradient of 6.3% disguises ramps of 15.6% — 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 Northern Ireland, Northern-ireland.

Rathfriland via Back Road

Northern Ireland, northern-ireland

1.4km 85m 6.3%
4

Distance

1.4km

Avg Gradient

6.3%

Max Gradient

15.6%

Elevation Gain

85m

Summit

157m

Wall Rating

3.5

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