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4,833 ft
Distance
13 ft
Climb
-454 ft
Descent
00:22:31
Avg time
-441 ft
Altitude change
695 ft
Altitude min
1,141 ft
Altitude max
1,136 ft
Altitude start
696 ft
Altitude end
-9.1%
Grade
-41.4%
Grade max
4.4%
Grade min
397 ft
Distance climb
4,344 ft
Distance down
92 ft
Distance flat
00:22:31
Avg time

Klippies Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
  • Riding Area
    Paarl Trails - Spice Route
    Paarl
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    35 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in E-Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #117450 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #106538 in E-Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    All year round
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump, Gap Jump, Rock Face
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Darren Herbst

Klippies is a rad trail starting on the right hand side of the entrance to the Taal Monument. Lots of fun for all levels of riding.

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Klippies

        ▼ Where is Klippies located?
        Klippies is located in Paarl Trails - Spice Route, Paarl, South Africa. It is part of the Paarl Trails - Spice Route trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates -33.76648, 18.94407.
        ▼ How hard is Klippies?
        Klippies is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 9.1%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Klippies?
        Klippies has 13 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 454 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 695 ft to 1,141 ft.
        ▼ Is Klippies a point to point trail?
        Yes, Klippies is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Klippies?
        Klippies is 4,833 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Klippies?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Klippies. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Klippies?
        Klippies is best visited during: All year round.
        ▼ How do I access Klippies? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Klippies are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Klippies?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 18 minutes to ride Klippies. The trail is 4,833 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Klippies?
        Klippies is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 156 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 239 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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