Hard (6/10)

Crown Range

Distance10 km
Elevation Gain600 m
Avg Gradient6%
Max Gradient15%
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Don't just climb it. Claim it.

Complete Crown Range in Climb Quest to scratch off your trophy card and add it to your collection. Finish in the top 10% (after 10+ attempts) to earn a Gold card. Beat the record for a shot at the Legendary Holographic.

🦘 Part of: Aussie Giants
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Elevation Profile

≤ 1% Flat
1-3% Easy
3-7% Moderate
6–8% Challenging
8–10% Steep
10-14% Very Steep
> 14% Extreme

About this climb

Crown Range is a hard cycling climb located in New Zealand. The climb covers 10 km with a total elevation gain of 600 m.

With an average gradient of 6% and a maximum gradient of 15%, Crown Range is one of the signature climbs in the Climb Quest library. Ride it on your smart trainer with full automatic resistance control — exactly replicating each kilometre's gradient.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to ride Crown Range?+

At an average cycling pace, Crown Range takes between 43 and 60 minutes to complete. The 10km climb with its 6% average gradient means riders with a higher FTP can push the pace significantly. In Climb Quest, your actual time depends on your real power output.

What FTP do I need to climb Crown Range?+

A moderate FTP of around 177W (watts) is a reasonable starting point for Crown Range. However, the climb has sections reaching 15% gradient, so a higher FTP will make those sections much more manageable. Beginners can still attempt it — just at a slower pace.

What are the hardest sections of Crown Range?+

The maximum gradient on Crown Range reaches 15%, which is significantly steeper than the 6% average. These sections require the most power and are where riders typically need to shift to their easiest gears. Climb Quest shows the full gradient profile so you can plan where to conserve energy.

Can I ride Crown Range on a smart trainer?+

Yes — Crown Range is available in Climb Quest for any FTMS-compatible smart trainer (Wahoo KICKR, Tacx NEO, Elite Suito, and more). The app automatically adjusts resistance to match the real-world gradient at every point of the 10km climb, giving you an authentic simulation of riding outdoors in New Zealand.

Does completing Crown Range earn a scratch card trophy?+

Yes — every time you finish Crown Range in Climb Quest, you earn a scratch card trophy for this climb. Rub the card to reveal your rarity tier: Standard, Bronze (top 50%), Silver (top 25%), Gold (top 10% after 10+ attempts), or the ultra-rare Legendary Holographic (beat the climb record or reach the top 1% after 100+ attempts). Your card is added to your personal Trophy Cabinet.

Is Crown Range part of a collection in Climb Quest?+

Crown Range is part of the Climb Quest world climb library, and is featured in the Aussie Giants collection . Complete all climbs in a collection to earn that collection's badge. Build your Trophy Cabinet and prove you conquered some of the world's greatest climbs.

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