Posted on Dec 01, 2014 at 12:03 PM by andy.geall79
A hard (RED) climb mainly due to the length at 1.8 miles and max gradient of over 17%. The climb consists of tarmac, good surfaced bridleways with water features and old farm tracks. The upper section of this climb can suffer from standing water after long periods of rain. (Cat 3).
Hard climbs will feature a constant level of difficulty or feature a technically difficult section. Climbs of this nature are likely to feature terrain with a gradient between 5 and 10%. This type of climb will really challenge new cyclists and require regular cyclists to increase their efforts to successfully complete this type of climb. The majority of the climbs in the Calderdale area are hard – Red.
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Posted on Nov 25, 2014 at 09:29 AM by andy.geall79
This is possibly the toughest road climb in Calderdale and it only has an average gradient of 6.7%. Don’t let that fool you as the maximum gradient reaches 24.6% and the first sections known as Mytholm Steeps are super steep and twisty. The climb gets easier after a mile of this 2.1 mile stretch of road and views on the upper sections across to Stoodley Pike monument provide a reward for your earlier efforts. Ride this climb on any bike and you should be proud of your efforts. Climb status very hard (Double Black) and (Cat 3).
Very Hard – Double Black
A Very Hard – Double Black climb will feature super technical difficulty and really challenge amateur and profession cyclists alike. Climbs of this nature are likely to have an average gradient over 10% and sections over 15% gradient make these climbs seriously tough. Calderdale has a number of road and mountain bike climbs that sit in this category.
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Posted on Nov 24, 2014 at 15:08 PM by andy.geall79
The third instalment of the Ragley climbs and probably the toughest. This climb follows the same woodland trail as the Ragley climb before peeling off right and crossing the river.There is a hidden bridleway to the left that weaves up a thin rocky ascent before leaving the top of the woodland at Popples. The steepest section of this climb has a 10.2% maximum gradient and an average gradient of 6.6%. With just over a mile of climbing on offer the status of this climb is very hard (Double Black) and (Cat 4).
Very Hard – Double Black
A Very Hard – Double Black climb will feature super technical difficulty and really challenge amateur and professional cyclists alike. Climbs of this nature are likely to have an average gradient over 10% and sections over 15% gradient make these climbs seriously tough. Calderdale has a number of road and mountain bike climbs that sit in this category.
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Posted on Nov 24, 2014 at 14:46 PM by andy.geall79
Ragley to Heptonstall
The second installment of the Ragley climbs with added technical terrain. This climb follows the same woodland trail as the Ragley climb before peeling off right, crossing the river and starting a tough climb to the historic village of Heptonstall. After crossing the river the climb has a challenging section of technical terrain before rolling on to the tarmac. The average gradient is 7.3% and the steepest sections present a 13.4% gradient. With just over a mile of climbing on offer the status of this climb is very hard (Black) and (Cat 4).
Climb 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.
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Posted on Nov 24, 2014 at 13:58 PM by andy.geall79
This bridleway runs parallel and elevated above the River Colden and offers 1.5 miles of woodland climbing.To reach the start of the climb you will of tackled part of the toughest road climbs in the area in the form of ‘Mytholm Steeps’, the off road option is much easier with an average gradient of 5.5% and a maximum gradient of 12.4%. For many completing this climb is simply a case of finding a comfortable gear and a good rhythm, however large loose rocks around half way make the climb more of a challenge. Climb status hard (Red) and (Cat 4).
Hard – Red
Hard climbs will feature a constant level of difficulty or feature a technically difficult section. Climbs of this nature are likely to feature terrain with a gradient between 5 and 10%.
This type of climb will really challenge new cyclists and require regular cyclists to increase their efforts to successfully complete this type of climb.The majority of the climbs in the Calderdale area are hard – Red.
Posted on Nov 06, 2014 at 14:59 PM by andy.geall79
Calderdale Off Road Climb 01 - Spencer Lane, Hebden Bridge
Calderdale Off Road Climb 02 - Wood Top Road to Old Chamber
Calderdale Off Road Climb 03 - Old Chamber, Hebden Bridge
Calderdale Off Road Climb 04 - Horsehold Road to Pinnacle Lane, Hebden Bridge
Calderdale Off Road Climb 05 - London Road, Mankinholes
Calderdale Off Road Climb 06 - Callis Wood, Hebden Bridge
Calderdale Off Road Climb 07 - Duke Street, Eastwood
Calderdale Off Road Climb 08 - Cragg Vale to Withens Gate
Calderdale Off Road Climb 09 - Stake Lane, Mytholmroyd
Calderdale Off Road Climb 10 - Knott Wood to Blackshaw Head
Calderdale Off Road Climb 11 - Middle Stoodley, Eastwood
Calderdale Off Road Climb 12 - Height Wood, Eastwood
Calderdale Off Road Climb 13 - Heely Dam to Withens Gate
Calderdale Off Road Climb 14 - Pennine Bridleway to Rake Head
Calderdale Off Road Climb 15 - North Hollingworth Farm to Rake Head (PBW)
Calderdale Off Road Climb 16 - Bottomley Pennine Bridleway
Calderdale Off Road Climb 17 - Bottomley to Summit Tunnel
Calderdale Off Road Climb 18 - Salford to Lumbutts Rd, Todmorden
Calderdale Off Road Climb 19 - Inchcliffe Rd to Trough Edge End
Calderdale Off Road Climb 20 - Flower Scar Rd
Calderdale Off Road Climb 21 - Pexwood Packhorse, Todmorden
Calderdale Off Road Climb 22 – Ragley, Hebden Bridge
Calderdale Off Road Climb 23 - Ragley to Heptonstall
Calderdale Off Road Climb 24 - Ragley to Popples
Calderdale Off Road Climb 25 - Clough Foot to Reaps Bottom, Gorple
Calderdale Off Road Climb 26 - Widdop Reservoir to Gorple Gate
Calderdale Off Road Climb 27 - Hardcastle Crags, Hebden Dale
Calderdale Off Road Climb 28 - Hardcastle Crags, Crimsworth Dean
Calderdale Off Road Climb 29 - Shackelton Knoll, Hardcastle Crags
Calderdale Off Road Climb 30 - Grain Water Bridge
Calderdale Off Road Climb 31 - Upper Saltonstall, Luddenden Dean
Calderdale Off Road Climb 32 - Ogden to Cold Edge
Calderdale Off Road Climb 33 - Luddenden Valley
Calderdale Off Road Climb 34 - Hollins Hey Road, Elland
Calderdale Off Road Climb 35 - The Deer Park North, Stainland
Calderdale Off Road Climb 36 - Deer Park South, Stainland
Calderdale Off Road Climb 37 - Stubbing Wood, Barkisland
Calderdale Off Road Climb 38 - North Dean Woods, Copley
Calderdale Off Road Climb 39 - North Dean Woods Long, Copley
Calderdale Off Road Climb 40 - Hollas Bridge to Norland Town
Calderdale Off Road Climb 41 - Cock Pit Lane, Rishworth
Calderdale Off Road Climb 42 - Fiddle Lane, Ripponden
Calderdale Off Road Climb 43 - Heys Lane to Cliffe Lane, Ripponden
Calderdale Off Road Climb 44 - River Ryburn to Rochdale Road
Calderdale Off Road Climb 45 - Siddal Top
Calderdale Off Road Climb 46 - Kebroyd to Clapgate Lane
Calderdale Off Road Climb 47 - Ripponden Wood
Calderdale Off Road Climb 48 - Scammonden Water
Calderdale Off Road Climb 49 - Weir Mill, Barkisland
Calderdale Off Road Climb 50 - Dean House Lane to Marsden Gate
Posted on Nov 06, 2014 at 13:48 PM by andy.geall79
Starting on the tarmac of Horsehold Road this climb provides an instant wall before heading onto a rough surfaced track that weaves up the woodland. Back Lane has some technical sections that may force some riders to put their foot down. With an average gradient of 8.1% and the steep sections featuring an 11% gradient this climb is hard (RED).
Hard – Red
Hard climbs will feature a constant level of difficulty or feature a technically difficult section. Climbs of this nature are likely to feature terrain with a gradient between 5 and 10%. This type of climb will really challenge new cyclists and require regular cyclists to increase their efforts to successfully complete this type of climb. The majority of the climbs in the Calderdale area are hard – Red.
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Posted on Nov 06, 2014 at 13:13 PM by andy.geall79
A mix of off road concrete track and cobbled sets, this climb 1.1 miles in length gets increasing more difficult as you take on Spencer Lane. With an average gradient of 8.8% and steepest point at 16.5% this is a long hard climb (RED). This climb also includes Calderdale Off Road Climb 01.
Hard – Red
Hard climbs will feature a constant level of difficulty or feature a technically difficult section. Climbs of this nature are likely to feature terrain with a gradient between 5 and 10%. This type of climb will really challenge new cyclists and require regular cyclists to increase their efforts to successfully complete this type of climb. The majority of the climbs in the Calderdale area are hard – Red.
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Posted on Nov 06, 2014 at 12:59 PM by andy.geall79
A mix of cobbles and sets this climb often provides good traction even in the wet. With an average gradient over 14% and the steepest point at 16.5% this is a hard climb (RED).
Hard climbs will feature a constant level of difficulty or feature a technically difficult section. Climbs of this nature are likely to feature terrain with a gradient between 5 and 10%. This type of climb will really challenge new cyclists and require regular cyclists to increase their efforts to successfully complete this type of climb. The majority of the climbs in the Calderdale area are hard – Red.
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Posted on Nov 05, 2014 at 17:53 PM by andy.geall79
The West Vale to Greetland Climb is a short sharp shock that gets easier after passing the church; the climb has a mix of residential roads before venturing out into open space.There are a number of pubs on route for those who like to take life at a leisurely pace. The cycle friendly Spring Rock at the summit of the climb is a good bet. Climb status 1.9 miles in length with an average gradient of 5% and a maximum of 10.7%. Climb status hard (Red) and (Cat 4).
Hard – Red
Hard climbs will feature a constant level of difficulty or feature a technically difficult section. Climbs of this nature are likely to feature terrain with a gradient between 5 and 10%.This type of climb will really challenge new cyclists and require regular cyclists to increase their efforts to successfully complete this type of climb.The majority of the climbs in the Calderdale area are hard – Red.
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