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Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme

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Elevation profile Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme

Statistics

Difficulty points 152
Length 3.2 km
Average gradient 6.4%
Steepest 100 metres 10.9%
Total ascent 206 m

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#85 toughest climb of Peak District
#81 most elevation gain of North West England
#50 longest climb of Peak District
#21 average steepest climb of Cheshire
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Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme is a climb in the region Cheshire. It is 3.2 km long and bridges 206 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 152. The top of the ascent is located at 468 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Side End Lane

5.0 by ScottL
A decent climb at a steady gradient with no steep shocks. At over 3km it’s one of the longer climbs this side of the peaks (that’s not a busy A road), worth it if you’re after something requiring a bit of endurance and the scenery as you climb to Widgather is a plus. Surface is usually ok with the exception of a few pot holes which are easily spotted and dodged. Can get busy with parked cars due to climbers/walkers towards the top though but these are in lay-bys and overall traffic is min... read more

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ScottL
ScottL
11 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

A decent climb at a steady gradient with no steep shocks. At over 3km it’s one of the longer climbs this side of the peaks (that’s not a busy A road), worth it if you’re after something requiring a bit of endurance and the scenery as you climb to Widgather is a plus. Surface is usually ok with the exception of a few pot holes which are easily spotted and dodged. Can get busy with parked cars due to climbers/walkers towards the top though but these are in lay-bys and overall traffic is minimal.

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willsellars
willsellars
1 y 3.0

Better way of reaching pyms chair than the main climb due to the gentle approach.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:27:49
11 km/h 00:17:42
15 km/h 00:12:59
19 km/h 00:10:15

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Frequently Asked Questions

Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme 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!

Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme 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, Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme is not a problem.

Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme is 3.2 km long.

The average gradient of Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme is 6.4%.

Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.9%.

The summit of Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme is at 468 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:27:49 to climb Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme. At 11 km/h the time is 00:17:42, and at 15 km/h 00:12:59. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:15 is an achievable time.

Windgather Rocks from Kettleshulme is located in the region Cheshire in England.

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