Tan-y-Capel via Lôn Fawr
Wales, wales
0.9km 42m 4.4%
5Cat 5 Lôn
Tan-y-Capel via Lôn Fawr
Wales, wales
The Lôn rises 0.9km through gentle countryside, gaining 42m to 62m. The average gradient of 4.4% disguises ramps of 10.4% — 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 Wales, Wales.
- A false flat around km 0 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
- A gentler outing by Wales standards — a good introduction to the country's climbing.
Distance
0.9km
Avg Gradient
4.4%
Max Gradient
10.4%
Elevation Gain
42m
Summit
62m
Wall Rating
2.7
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What things cost
Typical prices in Wales
£3.50
Coffee
£4.80
Beer
£13.00
Meal
£1.30
Water
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