Mount Baw Baw
Only the top 5% of Climb Quest riders have ever completed a Hors Catégorie climb. Mount Baw Baw is one of the hardest ascents in the entire library. Earn your place among elite climbers — and unlock the chance to claim a Legendary Holographic card by beating the record.
Complete Mount Baw Baw 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.
Elevation Profile
About this climb
Mount Baw Baw is a hors categorie cycling climb located in Australia. The climb covers 12.3 km with a total elevation gain of 960 m.
With an average gradient of 7.8% and a maximum gradient of 20%, Mount Baw Baw 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 Mount Baw Baw?+
At an average cycling pace, Mount Baw Baw takes between 53 and 74 minutes to complete. The 12.3km climb with its 7.8% 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 Mount Baw Baw?+
A moderate FTP of around 185W (watts) is a reasonable starting point for Mount Baw Baw. However, the climb has sections reaching 20% 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 Mount Baw Baw?+
The maximum gradient on Mount Baw Baw reaches 20%, which is significantly steeper than the 7.8% 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 Mount Baw Baw on a smart trainer?+
Yes — Mount Baw Baw 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 12.3km climb, giving you an authentic simulation of riding outdoors in Australia.
Does completing Mount Baw Baw earn a scratch card trophy?+
Yes — every time you finish Mount Baw Baw 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 Mount Baw Baw part of a collection in Climb Quest?+
Mount Baw Baw 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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