Posted on Feb 25, 2015 at 14:46 PM by andy.geall79
This is a short and extremely tough climb and clearing it anytime of the year is to be applauded. The climb starts easy on the tarmac before heading into a rock garden with a mix of set and loose terrain, early on there is a pipe that is difficult to negotiate and there are no obviously lines on this super steep climb with an average gradient of 10% and a maximum of 15%. This is possibly the hardest climb in the area to negotiate. Climb status very hard (Black).
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 Feb 25, 2015 at 14:25 PM by andy.geall79
Scammonden Water is more of a link than a climb although the last part of this link provides a good challenge. The link turns off Scammonden Lower Rd and heads down a steep slope before turning right under the motorway. The path then loops back and runs parallel with the motorway before following the reservoir path. As the reservoir narrows the path takes a steep left and climbs up to Green Stacks Lane. Link profile has a good surface throughout with an average gradient of 1.7% giving the link an entry level (Green) status.
Entry Level – Green
Entry Level climbs have a slight gradient and are likely to be short with no technical difficulty, they are ideal for people who are new to cycling and have limited experience cycling uphill. Calderdale with its steep sided valleys has very few climbs of this nature.
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Posted on Feb 25, 2015 at 14:07 PM by andy.geall79
This is little gem for those who like an extremely hard climb, with an average gradient of 12.9% and a max of 13.4% this climb is super steep covering only 0.3 miles. The climb begins on
the access road before heading up a narrow bridleway with hidden obstacles. In the wet clearing the second part of this climb will be extremely difficult. Climb status very hard (Black).
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 Feb 25, 2015 at 13:52 PM by andy.geall79
This climb provides a link from the permissive bridleway in the Ripponden Valley to Mill Bank. The first part of the climb is on the road until you merge onto a track for a short section before heading downhill through the woodland. There is nothing technical on this climb but it is steep with a max gradient of 9.2%. Climb status 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 Feb 25, 2015 at 13:09 PM by andy.geall79
To get to the start of Siddal Top you will have more than likely climbed Whitegate or Phoebe Lane to reach this point. This climb starts off fairly easy passing behind two old mill towers before forking left onto a bridleway. The climb takes a further sharp left turn and the gradient and the terrain become more challenging. The profile covers 0.7 miles with an 8.4% average gradient and 12.2% maximum gradient. The upper sections of this climb in the wet will become much more difficult to ride. 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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Posted on Feb 25, 2015 at 12:12 PM by andy.geall79
This climb runs parallel with the River Ryburn before featuring a steep surprise near the end. The first part of the climb is easy and the gradient kicks up after the hairpin bend onto a rutted trail before entering a super steep rock garden. If you clear this in the dry be proud of your achievement, and in the wet it is best considered as almost impossible. The profile covers 0.8miles with the first 0.6miles being easy and the last 0.2 being extremely hard. With an average gradient of 5.3% and a maximum gradient of 12.5% this climb receives a hard (red) status.
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 Feb 24, 2015 at 15:13 PM by andy.geall79
This climb has a slight fall at the start down to a stream crossing making it easier to find from the valley floor at Rishworth. The profile on this climb is deceptive covering 0.7 miles with a 1.7% gradient and the steepest sections featuring a 5.8% gradient. This climb is much easier in the dry and throughout the summer than in the winter months when the bridleway becomes muddy and full of puddles. Climb status due to the mass change in conditions is challenging (Blue).
Challenging – Blue
Challenging climbs are likely to feature an average gradient between 3 and 5% and can feature some technical difficulty. These climbs are ideal for people who have a good level of fitness and want to improve their ability to climb and feel a sense of achievement.
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Posted on Feb 24, 2015 at 14:53 PM by andy.geall79
One of the toughest 0.4 miles of bridleway in the lower Calder Valley, this climb instantly receives a very hard (black) and (Cat 4) status. The climb is hidden and follows a narrow bridleway through woodland. The terrain is technical, unforgiving and super steep with an average gradient of 12.1% and a maximum of 14.7%. To make the climb even harder the lower section can often has a shallow stream running down it. Clear this climb without stopping and you have the right to brag to fellow riders.
Climb Status
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 Feb 24, 2015 at 14:13 PM by andy.geall79
The second instalment in the North Dean Woods climbs, this climb follows the same bridleway up through the woodland with an added section linking Norland. Once you have rolled over the river bridge the climb ramps up and the surface can be loose in parts. The first section is the most difficult and the climb has a few nasty kicks to challenge the strongest riders. Once you have made it to the hairpin turn left the climb is much easier up to the cross roads. At the cross roads take a right and climb steadily to you reach the road. The profile of this climb covers 1.2 miles has an average gradient of 6.9% and maximum gradient of approximately 14%. 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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Posted on Feb 24, 2015 at 13:40 PM by andy.geall79
This is a really enjoyable climb in summer for those who like going uphill and an absolute slog in parts during the winter. The profile of the climb covers 0.6 miles with an average gradient of 5.2% and a maximum gradient of 11.3%. There are no technical sections throughout but the change in surface grade it with a hard (Red) status.
Climb Status
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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