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Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge

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Elevation profile Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge

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Difficulty points 136
Length 4.6 mi
Average gradient 3.4%
Steepest segment 9.4%
Total ascent 814 ft

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#17 toughest climb of South East England
#1 most elevation gain of South East England
#71 longest climb of England
#27 average steepest climb of East Sussex
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Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge is a climb in the region East Sussex. It is 4.6 mi long and bridges 814 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 3.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 136. The top of the ascent is located at 715 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Lye Green Road, Church Hill & B2188

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:55:24
7 mph 00:39:13
9 mph 00:30:34
12 mph 00:22:57

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge. 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.

Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge is a 4th-category climb. A sprint to the top is usually not an option, and untrained riders will definitely feel it in their legs. For trained cyclists, it is a great training climb.

Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge is 4.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge is 3.4%.

Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9.4%.

The summit of Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge is at 715 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:55:24 to climb Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge. At 7 mph the time is 00:39:13, and at 9 mph 00:30:34. For the fastest cyclists, 00:22:57 is an achievable time.

Black Hill / Ashdown Forest from Groombridge is located in the region East Sussex in England.

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