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Originally Posted by HokuLoa
The problem is that there are soooo many variables involved that it may be next to impossible to calculate in any meaningful but simple fashion. Personally, I don't know the answer. I'd love to see some mathematically elegant equation that approximates "accurate" but that seems really tough without cherry picking conditions. As for person to person comparison it is probably even tougher since everyone has a different riding style and approach to varying grades of climbing. I'd imagine the "harder" component is largely dependent on gear selection and fitness level (ie ability to handle higher cadence without going anaerobic).
If this equation can be kept simple, because the purpose is just to get an idea of the effort required, I would take into consideration only distance and ascension. I may take the elevation factor in at a later time.
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