Palomares Road from Niles Canyon (Low-Key Hillclimbs)

Segment in Fremont. 7.27km, 323m elevation difference. Average grade is 4.4% with the steepest quarter mile at 9.9%. Completed by 58 athletes.

Description

Palomares Road's ascent from Niles Canyon provides a blend of challenging and picturesque elements that cyclists seek. The climb itself is approximately 5 miles long, with an elevation gain of around 1000 feet, embodying a moderately engaging gradient that averages 4.4% but peaks at a more demanding 11.6%. It stands out not just for its physical demands but for the serene beauty surrounding the path, enveloping riders in quintessential Californian landscapes.

What makes this climb a favorite among cyclists is its symmetrical nature – a steady ascent followed by an equally steady descent, allowing for an exhilarating return trip. Despite its challenges, the route is manageable for riders of various levels thanks to its consistent gradient, making it a must-ride for those seeking to experience the diversity of Californian cycling landscapes. The ride up from Niles Canyon to the summit is an endeavor many find rewarding, not just for the physical accomplishment but also for the scenic vistas along the way.

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Athletes

Athlete Latest Fastest Efforts
Dan Pannell 2024-10-17 17:44 8
Kevin Vander Ende 2024-09-24 20:22 5
john houston 2024-07-13 21:17 3
Li Huang 2024-09-22 21:20 1
Pure Sugar 2024-07-05 22:08 1
Bret Lobree 2024-05-06 24:00 1
Alan Nevin 2024-05-07 24:13 2
Julien Guy 2024-04-06 24:16 1
Jackson Brody 2024-11-17 24:39 2
Cong Xia 2024-12-30 24:42 11
Michael K 🇮🇪 2024-04-21 25:33 1
Randy P 🇵🇭 2024-09-15 25:37 2
Kenny Owen 2024-05-05 25:45 2
Rob Boyer 2024-09-15 25:55 1
Jillian Hall 2024-04-21 26:03 1
Ethan Ma 2024-07-09 26:11 1
Ted Ognibene 2024-06-08 27:05 1
Alex Castellanos 2024-12-30 28:00 12
David Cone 2024-08-24 28:02 1
Wylie Palmer 2024-04-20 28:16 1
ka (KC) chan 2024-10-26 28:49 3
Dave Pechner 2024-12-28 29:12 2
Kevin S. W. 2024-04-21 29:16 1
Patrick Garner 2024-04-21 29:59 2
Alan LeClair 2024-11-30 30:00 1
Jasmine WY 2024-09-21 30:02 1
paul α 2024-11-16 30:11 3
Richard Tasker 2024-11-17 30:18 1
Katie Debski 2024-06-11 30:22 1
Abram R. 2024-11-28 30:31 1
Bao T. 2024-10-08 30:40 1
Eric Grove 2024-04-21 30:47 1
Misha (ᵔᴥᵔ) 2024-09-16 31:08 1
Nickellodeon . 2024-04-02 31:17 1
Craig Peters 2024-04-21 31:27 1
ricardo jamin 2024-06-08 31:39 1
Matt Lopez 2024-04-21 32:35 1
randy k 2024-08-10 32:39 2
Dana Filkowski 2024-05-09 32:59 1
Raquel Edora 2024-05-17 33:16 7
Lindol Adkisson 2024-07-02 33:25 1
Michael Fretz 2024-09-26 33:35 2
Jerome Thomere 2024-08-16 34:30 2
Sheldon Rothenberg 2024-04-21 34:32 1
Paul Liu 2024-09-21 34:37 1
Brian Odell 2024-06-09 35:25 2
MAGGIE WANG 2024-04-06 35:48 1
Daniel Fritz 2024-04-21 36:41 1
Abby Cotton 2024-04-21 36:43 1
Terri Bimes 2024-04-21 36:45 1
Steve Hahn 2024-08-31 36:47 3
Charley Donovan 2024-10-27 36:53 1
Jen J 2024-04-27 37:26 1
Cree Cobb 2024-09-22 37:53 1
tiffany c 2024-04-13 39:32 1
Chris Beauchamp 2024-04-27 41:56 1
Tim Geyer 2024-04-14 45:12 1
Jackie A 2024-05-19 51:23 1

Manually marked as completed

Athlete Date
Barbara McQuinn 2024-10-28
Philip Dresser 2024-10-28