So you’re a climber ey? Well lets see if you can beat the club record times up some of these monsters.
Even if you just enjoy the challenge of some of Victoria’s finest peaks, here is the lowdown on the most beautiful and leg-breaking cols.
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Climb details courtesy of Cycle2Max
Arthur’s Seat
The Route: Arthur’s seat rd, Dromana
Starting Point: Park Entrance sign just as the steep bit starts, rolling start
End Point: High point of the road next to the old viewing tower
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Total Distance |
3.03km |
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Average Gradient |
8.1% |
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Total Ascent |
245m |
Club Record – yet to be recorded, please set a time
Difficulty 4/5 Enjoyment Factor 4/5 Descent 3.5/5
Notes: Steep – about half the climb has a gradient of 9.8% or more. Do not approach this without sensible gearing
Mt Dandenong – 5 climbs (click here)
- 1in20
- The Wall
- Devil’s Elbow
- The Full Monty
- Terry’s Avenue
Kinglake
The Route: Heidelberg-Kinglake rd
Starting Point: ‘Winding road 6km sign’
End Point: 60kph sign outside Kinglake
| Total Distance | 7.46km |
| Average Gradient | 4.8% |
| Total Ascent | 358m |
Club Record – yet to be recorded, please set a time
Difficulty 3/5 Enjoyment Factor 4/5 Descent 4/5
Notes: Easy, consistent gradient, steepens slightly in the last 2.5km. Fairly scenic climb
