Making it to the top of a tough climb is such an invigorating feeling for cyclists. What makes a climb so special is how the pain and suffering you have been feeling as you conquer each abrupt hairpin quickly turns into something so different once you reach the top.

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It’s a rewarding feeling like no other. After putting your body through its paces and after your legs have literally turned into steel, the breathtaking view that greets you at the top is totally worth it.

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Do you have what it takes to conquer any of these challenging cycling climbs?