SHC Remarkables

The Remarkables

Otago, new-zealand

The Remarkables is one of cycling's great tests — 13km of sustained climbing, gaining 1,278m from base to summit. Averaging 9.8%, the road kicks to 15.6% at its steepest — a brutal pitch that demands respect. 18 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,606m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Otago, New-zealand.

  • The crux hits between km 7 and km 10 — 16km above 10% averaging 12.9%.
  • One of only 119 Super Hors Catégorie climbs in the database.
  • 18 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
  • At 1,606m, the summit is high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs.

The Remarkables

Otago, new-zealand

13km 1278m 9.8%
SHC

Distance

13km

Avg Gradient

9.8%

Max Gradient

15.6%

Elevation Gain

1278m

Summit

1,606m

Wall Rating

7.2

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