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Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay

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Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay
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Elevation profile Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay

Statistics

Difficulty points 234
Length 2.2 km
Average gradient 10.1%
Steepest 100 metres 12.9%
Total ascent 225 m

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Hidden gem
4 hairpin turns
#56 toughest climb of South West England
#89 most elevation gain of South West England
#79 average steepest climb of Devon
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Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay is a climb in the region Devon. It is 2.2 km long and bridges 225 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 10.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 234. The top of the ascent is located at 259 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: Sir Robert's Path & Berry's Ground Lane

4.0 by flyingsheep99
Dead end road down to a beautiful rocky beach (with a Victorian tidal pool). Gradients are consistent similar to alpine climbs, but the road surface leaves a lot to be desired. Really bad (rock and gravel) at the bottom, then from the houses to the car park it's very bumpy and then the last two hairpins are decently surfaced. Good views at the top and the bottom with picturesque woodlands throughout... read more

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Dead end road down to a beautiful rocky beach (with a Victorian tidal pool). Gradients are consistent similar to alpine climbs, but the road surface leaves a lot to be desired. Really bad (rock and gravel) at the bottom, then from the houses to the car park it's very bumpy and then the last two hairpins are decently surfaced. Good views at the top and the bottom with picturesque woodlands throughout

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:18:59
11 km/h 00:12:05
15 km/h 00:08:51
19 km/h 00:06:59

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay 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!

Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay 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, Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay is not a problem.

Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay is 2.2 km long.

The average gradient of Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay is 10.1%.

Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.9%.

The summit of Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay is at 259 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:18:59 to climb Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay. At 11 km/h the time is 00:12:05, and at 15 km/h 00:08:51. For the fastest cyclists, 00:06:59 is an achievable time.

Sir Robert's Path from Woody Bay is located in the region Devon in England.

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