Posted on Feb 17, 2015 at 11:22 AM by andy.geall79
A hidden climb from the A646 on the outskirts of Todmorden, the climb 0.4 miles long is pretty steep for a fire road climb with an average gradient of 8.2%. There are a few sections were traction can be an issue, however this route provides a good all year round option to the great network of bridleways. 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 16, 2015 at 16:20 PM by andy.geall79
A scenic road ride thats follows some of the quieter roads in Calderdale. This ride starts and ends in Mythomroyd and visits Sowerby, Mill Bank, Rishworth, Norland and Heights Road that offers fantastic views of the Calder Valley. For regular riders the route may seem short but with over 3000ft of climbing and 6 challenging climbs this route can be enjoyed at a fast or leisurely pace.
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Posted on Feb 16, 2015 at 12:23 PM by andy.geall79
Todmorden Road Rides
Hebden Bridge Road Rides
The Calderdale 70 - Hebden Bridge
Tour of the Borders - Blackshaw Head
Sowerby Bridge Road Rides
Brighouse Road Rides
Other Road Rides
2. The Cragg Double - West Vale
3. Calderdale Road Ride Vallone - West Vale
4. Tour De France Circular - Halifax
5. Calderdale Rural Roadie - Mytholmroyd
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Posted on Feb 16, 2015 at 12:03 PM by andy.geall79
Above The Foxes Den - Todmorden
Land Of Two Counties - Todmorden
Hebden Dale MTB - Hebden Bridge
MTB Great Descents Ride - Hebden Bridge
Coming Soon
Posted on Feb 16, 2015 at 10:54 AM by andy.geall79
2. Lower Valley Ride
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Posted on Jan 23, 2015 at 14:28 PM by andy.geall79
A 1.6 mile climb in the Calderdale highlands that can often be exposed to the Yorkshire weather. The average gradient is just over 4% and the steepest sections at 9.2% gradient provide a challenge. The surface can sometimes be loose effecting traction and the hardest part of the climb is near the top. Compared to other Calderdale off road climbs this could be classed as easy. Climb status challenging (Blue) and (Cat 4).
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 Jan 23, 2015 at 14:28 PM by andy.geall79
A 1.6 mile climb in the Calderdale highlands that can often be exposed to the Yorkshire weather. The average gradient is just over 4% and the steepest sections at 9.2% gradient provide a challenge. The surface can sometimes be loose effecting traction and the hardest part of the climb is near the top. Compared to other Calderdale off road climbs this could be classed as easy. Climb status challenging (Blue) and (Cat 4).
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 Jan 23, 2015 at 14:26 PM by andy.geall79
A 1.6 mile climb in the Calderdale highlands that can often be exposed to the Yorkshire weather. The average gradient is just over 4% and the steepest sections at 9.2% gradient provide a challenge. The surface can sometimes be loose effecting traction and the hardest part of the climb is near the top. Compared to other Calderdale off road climbs this could be classed as easy. Climb status challenging (Blue) and (Cat 4).
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 Jan 23, 2015 at 14:15 PM by andy.geall79
A 1.6 mile climb in the Calderdale highlands that can often be exposed to the Yorkshire weather. The average gradient is just over 4% and the steepest sections at 9.2% gradient provide a challenge. The surface can sometimes be loose effecting traction and the hardest part of the climb is near the top. Compared to other Calderdale off road climbs this could be classed as easy. Climb status challenging (Blue) and (Cat 4).
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 Dec 31, 2014 at 13:28 PM by andy.geall79
This tricky climb features an old style mid-cobbled road before turning left onto a narrow bridleway. The first part of the climb makes up the easier half and the bridleway sections provide more of a challenge with its narrow path and technical terrain. The profile covers 0.6 miles with an average 9.6% gradient and a maximum gradient of 12%. Climb status very hard (Black) and (Cat 4).
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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