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Manawatu-Wanganui

Saddle Road: Climb and Descent

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Saddle Road: Climb and Descent

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Saddle Road: Climb and Descent

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    • Location: Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand

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    March 19, 2026

    Road cycling

    Really nice climb out of the Manawatu into the Wairarapa. Great views to the north and east, with kinetic sculptures (power windmills) to boot. Quieter now that the main road through the Gorge is open.
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    Distance 10.2 km

    Uphill 290 m

    Downhill 260 m

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    Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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