Black Hill from Barden

Black Hill can be cycled from 2 sides. Black Hill from Embsay is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Black Hill from Barden.

Black Hill from Barden is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Black Hill from Barden is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Black Hill from Barden is not a problem.

Black Hill from Barden is 1.5 km long.

The average gradient of Black Hill from Barden is 10.2%.

Black Hill from Barden has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.4%.

The summit of Black Hill from Barden is at 311 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:12:25 to climb Black Hill from Barden. At 11 km/h the time is 00:07:54, and at 15 km/h 00:05:48. For the fastest cyclists, 00:04:34 is an achievable time.

Black Hill from Barden is located in the region North Yorkshire in England.