I'm doing a race that claims to have a "very challenging bike course" with a 7 1/2 % grade climb at mile 22 (27 mile course). How bad is 7 1/2 % grade? I'm a bit ill-informed on these measurements in relation to roads. For those familiar with the Columbia triathlon course, which also had a couple of good climbs, how would this compare? I've been intentionally riding the steepest climbs in my area to prepare, but not sure what to expect.
Thanks.
Thanks.