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Sparsholt Down from Lambourn

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Sparsholt Down from Lambourn
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Elevation profile Sparsholt Down from Lambourn

Statistics

Difficulty points 37
Length 3.9 km
Average gradient 2.6%
Steepest 100 metres 8.4%
Total ascent 101 m

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#67 toughest climb of North Wessex Downs
#23 most elevation gain of North Wessex Downs
#30 longest climb of South East England
#77 average steepest climb of North Wessex Downs
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Sparsholt Down from Lambourn is a climb in the region Berkshire. It is 3.9 km long and bridges 101 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 2.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 37. The top of the ascent is located at 234 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road name: New Road

4.0 by YetiJ
Not much climbing, instead a lot of false flat with stunning views of the Downs. Very exposed, so not one to ride with a north wind.... read more

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Not much climbing, instead a lot of false flat with stunning views of the Downs. Very exposed, so not one to ride with a north wind.

Sparsholt Down from Lambourn
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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:33:08
11 km/h 00:21:05
15 km/h 00:15:27
19 km/h 00:12:12

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Sparsholt Down from Lambourn. 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.

Sparsholt Down from Lambourn 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.

Sparsholt Down from Lambourn is 3.9 km long.

The average gradient of Sparsholt Down from Lambourn is 2.6%.

Sparsholt Down from Lambourn has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.4%.

The summit of Sparsholt Down from Lambourn is at 234 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:33:08 to climb Sparsholt Down from Lambourn. At 11 km/h the time is 00:21:05, and at 15 km/h 00:15:27. For the fastest cyclists, 00:12:12 is an achievable time.

Sparsholt Down from Lambourn is located in the region Berkshire in England.

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