World’s Steepest Hills

Aug 17, 2008

Checkout some of the steepest hills in the world. These hills top out at 37%.

Canton Ave in Pittsburg has the steepest grade but is not in the Guinness Book as the steepest.

Other streets included are Fargo Street in Los Angeles with a 32% steep grade.

One man built an ultra climbing bike with adjusted stems, seat angles and ultra low gearing.

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