Originally Posted by
gauvins
yes yes, if a route climbs 500 metres over 40k, there is no problem whatsoever. But if the route is flat for 35k and then climbs 500 meters, including a grand finale at 25% gradient, kids will cry (and parents will bite their lips :.
If you map the route out using Google maps, and the bicycle option, you'll get an elevation profile. If the elevation profile indicates that the route is flat for 35 kilometres, and then gets really hilly for the last 5 km, then do the calculation on the last 5 km.
My comments about Alberta did not necessarily include the Rockies. The Rockies make up a small part of Alberta. Nevertheless, the roads through there are pretty gradual ... steepest you'll encounter is a 12%.
What is the route you're considering?