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Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal

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Elevation profile Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal

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Difficulty points 184
Length 1.9 km
Average gradient 8.9%
Steepest 100 metres 14.5%
Total ascent 173 m
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Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal is a climb in the region Lake District. It is 1.9 km long and bridges 173 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.9%, resulting in a difficulty score of 184. The top of the ascent is located at 229 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Sedbergh Road & Old Sedbergh Road

3.0 by AdrianN
Known locally as The Greyhound, this is a regular training hill for those preparing for the Fred Witton challenge. Hill repeats in February and March can be a challenge! An unassuming start from Castle Green road. Ramps up towards the railway bridge. After the bridge it's a steady steep gradient before a short easing before a ramp to the crossroads and the old Greyhound pub after which the climb is named. From there it is deceptively steep before finally relenting ... read more

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10 Mo 3.0 00:07:09 (16.2 km/h)

Known locally as The Greyhound, this is a regular training hill for those preparing for the Fred Witton challenge. Hill repeats in February and March can be a challenge!

An unassuming start from Castle Green road. Ramps up towards the railway bridge. After the bridge it's a steady steep gradient before a short easing before a ramp to the crossroads and the old Greyhound pub after which the climb is named. From there it is deceptively steep before finally relenting

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:16:34
11 km/h 00:10:32
15 km/h 00:07:44
19 km/h 00:06:06

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Frequently Asked Questions

Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal 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!

Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal 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, Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal is not a problem.

Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal is 1.9 km long.

The average gradient of Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal is 8.9%.

Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.5%.

The summit of Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal is at 229 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:16:34 to climb Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal. At 11 km/h the time is 00:10:32, and at 15 km/h 00:07:44. For the fastest cyclists, 00:06:06 is an achievable time.

Old Sedbergh Road from Kendal is located in the region Cumbria in England.

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