Giro d'Italia 2003
Stage 5
Messina → Catania
Stage Profile & Data
Stage 5 of the 2003 Giro d'Italia, held on May 14, 2003, covered 176.0 km from Messina to Catania. Classified as a hilly stage with a flat finish. The riders faced 2,094 meters of total elevation gain. The stage was completed at an average speed of 35.8 km/h, which was 4.4 km/h slower than the edition average of 40.2 km/h.
Messina → Catania
Stage 5 | Messina - Catania
Avg Speed
35.8 km/h
Elevation
2,094 m
Difficulty
50
Win Type
Large group sprint
Won How
Sprint of large group
Startlist Quality
734
Edition Difficulty Profile
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146 km
Rieti → Arezzo
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long was Stage 5 of the 2003 Giro d'Italia?
Stage 5 covered 176.0 km from Messina to Catania. The total elevation gain was 2,094 meters.
What was the route of Stage 5 in the 2003 Giro d'Italia?
Stage 5 ran from Messina to Catania, a distance of 176.0 km. It was classified as a hills flat finish stage.
What was the average speed of Stage 5 in the 2003 Giro d'Italia?
The average winning speed for Stage 5 was 35.8 km/h. The stage profile was classified as hills flat finish.