Giro d'Italia 2018
Stage 8
Praia a Mare → Montevergine di Mercogliano
Stage Profile & Data
Stage 8 of the 2018 Giro d'Italia, held on May 12, 2018, covered 209.0 km from Praia a Mare to Montevergine di Mercogliano. Classified as a summit finish, one of the most demanding stage profiles in professional cycling. The riders faced 3,248 meters of total elevation gain. The stage was completed at an average speed of 40.3 km/h.
Praia a Mare → Montevergine di Mercogliano
Stage 8 | Praia a Mare - Montevergine di Mercogliano
Avg Speed
40.3 km/h
Elevation
3,248 m
Difficulty
171
Win Type
Solo
Won How
2 km solo
Solo Distance
2.0 km
Startlist Quality
838
Edition Difficulty Profile
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long was Stage 8 of the 2018 Giro d'Italia?
Stage 8 covered 209.0 km from Praia a Mare to Montevergine di Mercogliano. The total elevation gain was 3,248 meters.
What was the route of Stage 8 in the 2018 Giro d'Italia?
Stage 8 ran from Praia a Mare to Montevergine di Mercogliano, a distance of 209.0 km. It was classified as a mountains uphill finish stage.
What was the average speed of Stage 8 in the 2018 Giro d'Italia?
The average winning speed for Stage 8 was 40.3 km/h. The stage profile was classified as mountains uphill finish.