Soda Springs Road
Segment in Los Gatos. 8.56km, 718m elevation difference. Average grade is 8.4% with the steepest quarter mile at 9.5%. Completed by 54 athletes.
Description
Soda Springs Road offers a remarkable cycling challenge, starting near Lexington Reservoir and winding its way intimately with the terrain of the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. This climb is distinguished not just by its natural beauty but by its arduousness. It spans around five miles, with a significant portion of the climb, roughly 71%, featuring gradients between 5-10%. Even more challenging, about 21% of the ascent hits inclines of 10-15%, demanding both patience and power from cyclists. The road tests one's climbing mettle with the steepest quarter-mile at a 10% gradient, and the most demanding full mile stretches at 9.1%. This climb is one among four notable ascents in the vicinity of Lexington Reservoir off of Highway 17, making it a crucial piece of the puzzle for cyclists aiming to conquer the area's top climbs.
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