We're looking at a 3 day, 110 mile trip through Tuscany (Pienza to Castellina in Chianti).

The ride is rolling hills with some climbs. The climbs are "7-10% and long."

Can anyone give me an idea of what "long" is? We have a lot of very steep hills (think 45 degree angle) around here, but they aren't what I'd consider long (maybe 3-4 blocks worth).

Anyway, just looking for a general description of what to expect - are we talking 40 miles of climbing a day?!

We're doing a self guided tour through cicloposse if anyone is interested, and going in June 2008. So far they've been fantastic to work with.