Black Mountain Pass (Brecon Beacons)
Cwm-twrch Isaf, Wales, UK
Black Mountain Pass (Brecon Beacons)
Distance: 17.00 km
Elevation Gain: 457 m
Elevation Loss: 259 m
Difficulty:
317 (Easy)
FIETS Index: 1.25 FIETS
Avg Grade: 3.05 %
Max cat climb: 2
Min elevation: 85 m
Max elevation: 494 m
Ride Category:
Hilly
Black Mountain Pass, located in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales, is renowned for its stunning scenery and challenging terrain. The pass connects Llandovery and Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and is celebrated as one of Britain’s most scenic drives, winding through beautiful landscapes of moors and hills. The highest point of the route reaches about 1,624 feet at Foel Fawr, offering breathtaking views over the surrounding countryside. Cycling and hiking are popular activities in this area. The terrain can be rugged, with a mix of steep climbs and descents, making it suitable for more experienced cyclists and hikers. In addition to its natural beauty, the area is steeped in history, with notable landmarks such as Carreg Cennen Castle offering a glimpse into the region’s past.
| Rank | Rider | Date | Time | Power | W/kg | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Tom Smeets | Sep 27, 2024 | 00:37:01 | 272 W | 3.73 w/kg | 27.51 km/h |
| 🥈 | Chris | Apr 10, 2025 | 00:37:03 | 271 W | 3.62 w/kg | 27.49 km/h |
| 🥉 | David Descamps | Jan 14, 2025 | 00:37:12 | 266 W | 3.91 w/kg | 27.38 km/h |
| 4 | Sebastian Meyer zu Selhausen | Dec 22, 2024 | 00:39:22 | 273 W | 3.10 w/kg | 25.87 km/h |
| 5 | D Speelman | Jan 26, 2025 | 00:39:30 | 262 W | 3.36 w/kg | 25.79 km/h |
| 6 | tomheldoorn | Jan 30, 2025 | 00:41:05 | 220 W | 3.32 w/kg | 24.79 km/h |
| 7 | Geir Skaugen | Jan 19, 2025 | 00:42:12 | 263 W | 3.09 w/kg | 24.14 km/h |
| 8 | David Dos Santos Rodrigues | Dec 21, 2024 | 00:42:28 | 190 W | 3.06 w/kg | 23.98 km/h |
| 9 | Marcel Aust | Dec 21, 2024 | 00:43:23 | 209 W | 2.94 w/kg | 23.48 km/h |
| 10 | Fabio Zanirato | Feb 12, 2025 | 00:43:42 | 170 W | 3.04 w/kg | 23.31 km/h |
| 11 | gert-jan achterberg | Dec 22, 2024 | 00:43:52 | 213 W | 2.96 w/kg | 23.22 km/h |
| 12 | Jörg Schädlich | Dec 23, 2024 | 00:45:02 | 187 W | 2.63 w/kg | 22.62 km/h |
| 13 | Valentin Lahaye | Dec 30, 2024 | 00:45:24 | 172 W | 2.92 w/kg | 22.43 km/h |
| 14 | Rene van Leeuwen | Jan 30, 2025 | 00:45:30 | 215 W | 2.59 w/kg | 22.39 km/h |
| 15 | Mesozoid | Dec 20, 2024 | 00:47:06 | 187 W | 2.77 w/kg | 21.62 km/h |
| 16 | JJosef Kluson | Mar 29, 2026 | 00:47:10 | 185 W | 2.47 w/kg | 21.59 km/h |
| 17 | J F | Jan 23, 2025 | 00:48:26 | 199 W | 2.26 w/kg | 21.03 km/h |
| 18 | Helen Armstrong | Jan 24, 2026 | 00:48:40 | 170 W | 2.70 w/kg | 20.93 km/h |
| 19 | Francis Chalmers | Dec 20, 2024 | 00:49:27 | 148 W | 2.64 w/kg | 20.60 km/h |
| 20 | gert wilms | Jan 02, 2025 | 00:50:11 | 218 W | 2.18 w/kg | 20.30 km/h |
| 21 | Rik Lukey | Dec 26, 2024 | 00:50:31 | 168 W | 2.46 w/kg | 20.16 km/h |
| 22 | shurtha riftcrag | Jan 10, 2025 | 00:51:17 | 152 W | 2.46 w/kg | 19.86 km/h |
| 23 | J Lee Wamble | Dec 26, 2024 | 00:51:49 | 168 W | 2.25 w/kg | 19.66 km/h |
| 24 | Maurizio Gaudino | Dec 22, 2024 | 00:51:53 | 174 W | 2.26 w/kg | 19.63 km/h |
| 25 | Jos Carboex | Dec 21, 2024 | 00:51:57 | 173 W | 2.31 w/kg | 19.61 km/h |
| 26 | Michael Novich | Dec 20, 2024 | 00:52:14 | 210 W | 1.97 w/kg | 19.50 km/h |
| 27 | Joeri Veldeman | Dec 24, 2024 | 00:53:00 | 139 W | 2.14 w/kg | 19.22 km/h |
| 28 | Mike 8008 | Feb 15, 2025 | 00:53:12 | 179 W | 2.13 w/kg | 19.15 km/h |
| 29 | Bruno Johannes S. 1950 | Jan 03, 2025 | 00:53:21 | 135 W | 2.37 w/kg | 19.09 km/h |
| 30 | Armen Mosesyan | Jan 06, 2026 | 00:53:28 | 192 W | 2.06 w/kg | 19.05 km/h |
| 31 | michel delamarre | Jan 13, 2025 | 00:54:00 | 172 W | 2.26 w/kg | 18.86 km/h |
| 32 | Lutz Steffen | Dec 29, 2024 | 00:54:11 | 162 W | 2.16 w/kg | 18.80 km/h |
| 33 | Keith Jackson | May 10, 2025 | 00:54:26 | 161 W | 2.15 w/kg | 18.71 km/h |
| 34 | Ron Keshtacher | Dec 31, 2024 | 00:55:15 | 169 W | 1.97 w/kg | 18.43 km/h |
| 35 | Bernard SCHROETER | Dec 22, 2024 | 00:55:55 | 154 W | 2.05 w/kg | 18.21 km/h |
| 36 | Konrad Arnold | Dec 20, 2024 | 00:56:15 | 150 W | 2.05 w/kg | 18.11 km/h |
| 37 | Arjon de Kater | Feb 21, 2026 | 00:56:19 | 147 W | 1.96 w/kg | 18.09 km/h |
| 38 | denny kearns | May 11, 2026 | 00:59:15 | 142 W | 1.97 w/kg | 17.19 km/h |
| 39 | Peter Muris | Dec 20, 2024 | 01:00:53 | 133 W | 1.71 w/kg | 16.73 km/h |
| 40 | Markus Albert | Nov 11, 2025 | 01:01:37 | 161 W | 1.69 w/kg | 16.53 km/h |
| 41 | Ralph Burton | Jan 04, 2026 | 01:01:54 | 127 W | 1.81 w/kg | 16.45 km/h |
| 42 | Edward Redfoot | Dec 20, 2024 | 01:03:30 | 120 W | 1.71 w/kg | 16.04 km/h |
| 43 | Ray P | Dec 24, 2024 | 01:03:59 | 131 W | 1.70 w/kg | 15.92 km/h |
| 44 | Hans Petiet | Dec 30, 2024 | 01:05:30 | 115 W | 1.55 w/kg | 15.55 km/h |
| 45 | W van Koetsveld | Jan 16, 2025 | 01:06:12 | 118 W | 1.57 w/kg | 15.39 km/h |
| 46 | Michael B 1947 | Dec 28, 2024 | 01:07:51 | 118 W | 1.57 w/kg | 15.01 km/h |
| 47 | Mark Thompson | Jan 04, 2025 | 01:12:09 | 101 W | 1.47 w/kg | 14.12 km/h |
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