Calderdale Road Climb 25

by andy.geall79

Posted on Mar 06, 2015 at 10:11 AM

Shaw Wood Rd (Eastwood to Mankinholes)

This short climb is a little hidden gem and provides access to the picturesque area of Mankinhoes and Lumbutts. Covering 0.8miles this climb passes over the Rochdale Canal before heading into Shaw Wood. Just over half way riders will need to make a hard right hairpin turn onto New Rd and continue to the summit on Cross Lane. Continue on this undulating road and you will eventually reach the village of Walsden. This climb has an average gradient of 7.1% and a maximum of 16.4% earning a very hard (Black) and (Cat 4) status.

Very Hard – Black

Very Hard climbs will always feature a very steep gradient between 10 and 15% or feature technical terrain that requires a high level of skill to negotiate. This type of climb is a real challenge for anyone and a number of elements come into play on this type of climb. Having a bike that suits you with a good range of gears, health and general cycling fitness are all important to successfully complete a very hard – black climb.