Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll

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Difficulty points	179
Length	0.8 mi
Average gradient	10.4%
Steepest segment	20.2%
Total ascent	420 ft

Difficulty points

179

Length

0.8 mi

Average gradient

10.4%

Steepest segment

20.2%

Total ascent

420 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

4 hairpin turns

#77 toughest climb of North West England

#66 most elevation gain of Lake District

#43 average steepest climb of North West England

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Short but very steep climb from a beautiful valley in Langdale. Nice round trip of 25 km from it with 500 to 600 altimeters.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:09:09
7 mph	00:06:29
9 mph	00:05:03
12 mph	00:03:47

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Frequently Asked Questions

Blea Tarn can be cycled from 2 sides. Blea Tarn from Blea Moss is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll.

Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll 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!

Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll 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, Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll is not a problem.

Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll is 0.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll is 10.4%.

Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 20.2%.

The summit of Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll is at 748 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:09:09 to climb Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll. At 7 mph the time is 00:06:29, and at 9 mph 00:05:03. For the fastest cyclists, 00:03:47 is an achievable time.

Blea Tarn from Old Dungeon Ghyll is located in the region Cumbria in England.

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