Solely depend on fitness level, but you will definitely drive home before dinner.

In my opinion, the Fraser's Hill route is the best I have ridden, apart from Kuala Tembeling to Kuala Tahan (which is a bit far for regular rides). I have even ridden this route on Wednesdays which was even more fun because there are less traffic going up or coming down. The whole route (starts from KKB town) is 6 kilometers to the dam (don't be a hero here as the climbs are quite long, treat this as a long warm up) , another 6 km (flattish plus downhill) to Sungai Chilling. From here onwards it is a 20 km gradual climb all the way to Gap Station with a few, just a few steep climbs, usually at the hairpin turns, other than that it's all gradual which can be ridden even with single chain ring bikes.

After that, it's up to you to do that last steep 8 km up to the clock tower. This is torturous after the 32 kilometers ride from KKB. I usually don't do the last 8 as it's not fun. The momentous clock tower pictures, I already done twice so there's no point for me to do the last 8 km anymore as I don't enjoy it. After that , it will take you only 40 minutes to reach back KKB, the only climb is the dam. After the dam, you can do 50 kmh or 60 kmh all the way back to town. I have done 13 rides here as I enjoy the cooling ride in the mornings as the sun is shaded by the mountains in the mornings. I encourage you to do this ride. It's not as hard as most says. As long as you are good with your gearings, you will be fine.

There are many KKB folks (usually mtbs) who can ride up and back within 3 hours. My first time from KKB to the peak took me 5 hours, rested an hour up there and then that dreading climb from the clock tower to the rear exit. Careful at the descending road as it is a bit 'keras' Then after GAP it is all the way down, down, down till Sungai Chilling again. Later rides, it took me 4 hours 30 minutes with lunch at the peak.

I would suggest for first timers, park your car in Sungai Chilling. Skip the first 12 km. The route there is all uphill for 20 km till GAP. The good part is , it is also OK for newbies as IF you can't reach GAP , the way back to the car is all downhill, so not much of a problem. Once you can do this, then can try from KKB.

When I was in KL, it takes me one hour to actually drive to Hulu Langat or Putrajaya to ride. KKB is about 70 minutes if I start early, so KKB is not really considered far.

Driving to KKB is scenic too, unlike Hulu Langat and Putrajaya.

Another point of caution, the return trip from tower to GAP isn't all down hill, there are 3 steep climbs where many 1st time riders bonk out there...

I never bother to start from KKB, always Chilling. As the return ride is pure pleasure.

I don't keep my time when I ride frazer, it's just so much fun. Always get home for shower by ~3pm

If one must drive 1hr for a good route, Frazer is my no. 1 choice.

This post has been edited by KenC: Oct 22 2017, 11:41 PM

we started around 8.30 at sg chiling. as promised we stop every 5km and rolling start. no matter how fast u are or how slow ur ride, each 5km must stop. thats the concept of fellowship ride.

the last 8km from gap to clock tower we let it by ur own paced. dont want to push each other.

and why we do like that?
to help encourage those who are slow. so they could finish together



as u can see from the clock time is 12.30.
i arrived at the clock around 11.15am, and we wait until all came up to took our group photo when all arrived.

its been a while i didnt met rkhairulrijal since he already transfered back to kl, i think around 1year+. also i first met KenC here at fraser many of my kl friends also i 1st met here 😜

True that, champ! That is why I preferred to ride with group who understand 'group cycling. We ride together and share the workload. Finish strong.

As summed up by azam, this is mine according to Garmin Connect.

Scary scary long hours ride. You all really have powerful and stamina.

My longest ride was around kesas for 1 hour only. Always amaze how you all do the long journey and stamina you guys have.

I used to have spine problem, and try not to stress myself too much also. Anyone here previously have spine issue that still ok to ride long hours?

Nice group.

today got monday blues..

Most doctors recommend cycling for alternative workout when you have knee or spinal problems. Although the journey might be long, you don't need to ride till you reach in one go. You can actually fix a picnic bag onto your bikes, do a potluck party while riding with COMPATIBLE friends. If you are tired, there are many, many spots along the way for all of you to have a picnic before continuing the ride.

Again I stress, riding companions are important. Incompatible friends will spoil your ride, ultimately your interest too if it goes really bad. Choose your riding friends wisely.

PS/ Just make sure you budget the whole day for this ride and there will be no rush.

This post has been edited by etigge: Oct 23 2017, 10:33 AM

wow! really salute lah both of you guys! high cadence pedallers ..i know i cant do that.

most of the time (probably 70-80%), im always on 53-11/12, so 60-70 rpm has been the most comfortable pedalling efficiency for me. anything higher, i'll be kong immediately . average speed normally around 25kmh saja

A fren and me planning to do KKB- Bentong - Sempah - Gombak - Ampang/Bangsar. The main reason is both of us hate drive and ride. He's much more fitter than me and im stil in preparation training. I had never tried fraser before so i have no idea how tough it is.


We had done a few ride at langat from ampang/bangsar (He's from bangsar and i stay at ampang) Apparently riding straight to hulu langat is even nice compare to drive. Altho the weather is hot during way back but the morning session is a breeze. Downhill at bukit ampang is so much fun.

I do not enjoy high-ish cadance naturally. started out 50-60rpm too. Like I kept saying, I am out for cardiovascular exercise, spinning slow won't give me that, and the rest are just bonuses. In actual fact, my stamina is very poor…

itsextremely easy to do long rides when you are not out for breaking any land speed records… stop when you feel like it, and guesstimate your makan time and place… hundred of km just wizz by before you know it…

The hardest thing with distance cycling is finding the time to do it…

This post has been edited by KenC: Oct 23 2017, 01:35 PM

Would love to cycle from home, the drive home is the last thing I like to do after a satisfaction ride…

Hulu Langat seems too far for me but GCE via federal highway is just 80km return. Used to do it twice a week about this time last year preparing for Audax…

Fraser is like Perez but a bit longer. If you can do Perez - Bukit Hantu loop with a breeze, then it should be no problem for you to tackle Fraser.

Bukit Ampang is a death trap.

Just don go all out when downhills. Lookout point to batu 14 got a new resurface Tarmac and very nice. Only to becaful at the last stretch, after the flat as people park their car and walk over to wet market opposite the flat.
Lookout point to ampang yes have to extra caution. Road condition and traffic is tough

hey guys, i really need help, Well im kinda new to this foldable thingy, which brand and what to do 1st, as in what to get ?
and my plan is to bring it along inside the train(MRT\LRT\KTM) what gears should I get , it would be really helpful if someone can help me out, tlg ya sifu2
place to use is around the dang wangi lrt station area.

*is this one okay? the attached pics



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What is your budget?

Could recommend any choice brand folding bike , budget RM600 to choose ?
Req- aluminium ,disc brake, shimano gorupset 16-24speed

With your requirement, maybe a used one. I doubt you can get quality ones with the brand and spec you need in brand new.

This post has been edited by weikee: Oct 24 2017, 08:28 PM

Shimano 16-24 speed… even 2nd hand also rare.
*PS forget about 24, or 3 chainring, you don't need it and you can't afford it.