Mamison Pass is a climb of 43.0 kilometers (hors catégorie). Mamison Pass tops out at 2,820 m above sea level. It is located in Мизурское сельское поселение, Северная Осетия — Алания, Россия. The average gradient is 5.3% with a maximum of 16.1%. The climb has 2280 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: At 43 km with 2280m of climbing, this ascent is genuinely hard, both because of the total elevation gain and the length. The average gradient of 5.3% is deceptive: the profile is very uneven, with punishing sections (9-10% grades between km 35 and 37, and again at km 41) and two short descents (km 17-18 and 20-21) that break your rhythm.
Pacing advice:
1. Spin an easy endurance pace for the first 30 km to save your legs, since the steepest pitches (≥9%) are concentrated near the end.
2. Anticipate the gradient changes by using the descents (km 17-21) to recover actively without losing all your momentum.
3. Save some power for the final 8 km, where the gradient regularly exceeds 7%, with a peak of 10% at km 35.
For riders who have climbed it, the Mamison Pass is first and foremost an intense sensory experience. Riders' reports describe jaw-dropping scenery, likened to "another planet" or "paradise", with "magnificent" and "breathtaking" viewpoints that reward every pedal stroke.
The natural environment is clearly a major highlight. Riders mention the presence of numerous mineral springs and the chance to taste local mountain honey in summer and autumn, adding a flavorful, authentic touch to the adventure.
The emotion comes through strongly in the feedback. Phrases like "wonderful place" or "must-do ride" convey a shared sense of awe and a strong recommendation among riders.
43.0 km • 2280 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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