Cat 4

Shades Mountain via Shades Crest Road

Alabama, united-states

At just 2.3km, Shades Mountain via Shades Crest Road is short but deceptively intense — 130m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. The average gradient of 5.6% disguises ramps of 13.4% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. Located in Alabama, United-states.

Shades Mountain via Shades Crest Road

Alabama, united-states

2.3km 130m 5.6%
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Distance

2.3km

Avg Gradient

5.6%

Max Gradient

13.4%

Elevation Gain

130m

Summit

355m

Wall Rating

3.3

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