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Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane

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Elevation profile Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane

Statistics

Difficulty points 27
Length 4.3 km
Average gradient 2.2%
Steepest 100 metres 5.2%
Total ascent 95 m

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#67 toughest climb of East of England
#6 most elevation gain of East of England
#2 longest climb of East of England
#41 average steepest climb of Hertfordshire
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Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane is a climb in the region Hertfordshire. It is 4.3 km long and bridges 95 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 2.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 27. The top of the ascent is located at 154 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Rucklers Lane & Bulstrode Lane

3.0 by SteveL
It's a bit epic, Ruckler's Lane (becoming Bulstrode Lane). You start through houses, go into a wooded part, under the A41 and then it narrows, becoming quite stony in the middle. Once that's over you emerge into beautiful countryside before dropping into that dip and beginning the Bulstrode Lane section which is still narrow and stony, and climbs between hedges. There are enough passing places and generally speaking the cars aren't a problem, although there are very places wh... read more

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It's a bit epic, Ruckler's Lane (becoming Bulstrode Lane). You start through houses, go into a wooded part, under the A41 and then it narrows, becoming quite stony in the middle. Once that's over you emerge into beautiful countryside before dropping into that dip and beginning the Bulstrode Lane section which is still narrow and stony, and climbs between hedges. There are enough passing places and generally speaking the cars aren't a problem, although there are very places where cars from behind can get past you, Traffic's usually pretty light though, this is not a rat run. Of all the routes from the valley up to the Bovingdon - Chipperfield road, this is probably the best, taking all factors into account. The Felden roads are super-narrow and flood, the Chipperfield road is busy. Ruckler's Lane strikes a balance, and it's good to ride.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:37:04
11 km/h 00:23:35
15 km/h 00:17:18
19 km/h 00:13:39

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane falls into the 5th category. With good fitness, you can ride it up with speed and power. If you have less training, shift down and climb smoothly.

Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane is 4.3 km long.

The average gradient of Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane is 2.2%.

Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 5.2%.

The summit of Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane is at 154 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:37:04 to climb Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane. At 11 km/h the time is 00:23:35, and at 15 km/h 00:17:18. For the fastest cyclists, 00:13:39 is an achievable time.

Bulstrode Lane via Rucklers Lane is located in the region Hertfordshire in England.

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