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Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge

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Elevation profile Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge

Statistics

Difficulty points 144
Length 7.4 mi
Average gradient 2.8%
Steepest segment 7.9%
Total ascent 1086 ft

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#47 toughest climb of West Yorkshire
#54 most elevation gain of England
#13 longest climb of England
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Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge is a climb in the region West Yorkshire. It is 7.4 mi long and bridges 1086 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 2.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 144. The top of the ascent is located at 1280 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Rochdale Road & Halifax Road

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:29:40
7 mph 01:03:28
9 mph 00:49:28
12 mph 00:37:10

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Frequently Asked Questions

Blackstone Edge can be cycled from 4 sides. Blackstone Edge from Mytholmroyd is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Blackstone Edge from Littleborough, Blackstone Edge via Lydgate & Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge.

You don't need special gearing for Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge. 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.

Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge 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.

Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge is 7.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge is 2.8%.

Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7.9%.

The summit of Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge is at 1280 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:29:40 to climb Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge. At 7 mph the time is 01:03:28, and at 9 mph 00:49:28. For the fastest cyclists, 00:37:10 is an achievable time.

Blackstone Edge from Sowerby Bridge is located in the region West Yorkshire in England.

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