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Green Lane via Archenfield

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Elevation profile Green Lane via Archenfield

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Difficulty points 386
Length 3.6 mi
Average gradient 6.1%
Steepest segment 16.9%
Total ascent 1148 ft

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#11 toughest climb of England
#39 most elevation gain of England
#8 longest climb of West Midlands
#100 average steepest climb of West Midlands
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Green Lane via Archenfield is a climb in the region Herefordshire. It is 3.6 mi long and bridges 1148 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 386. The top of the ascent is located at 1381 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Green Lane

3.0 by hillonearth
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Although I know all the roads comprising the climb featured here I actually rode up to summit from Dorstone: the last section is the killer bit on a rough surface. However, is your algorithm entirely reflective of difficulty? There is no way on earth this climb is harder that Abdon Burf as listed on your (wonderful) site.... read more

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Although I know all the roads comprising the climb featured here I actually rode up to summit from Dorstone: the last section is the killer bit on a rough surface. However, is your algorithm entirely reflective of difficulty? There is no way on earth this climb is harder that Abdon Burf as listed on your (wonderful) site.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:43:00
7 mph 00:30:26
9 mph 00:23:43
12 mph 00:17:49

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Frequently Asked Questions

Green Lane can be cycled from 4 sides. Green Lane via Archenfield is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Green Lane from Dorstone, Vagar Hill from Hay-on-Wye & Vagar Hill from Llanrosser.

Green Lane via Archenfield 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!

Green Lane via Archenfield is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Green Lane via Archenfield is 3.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Green Lane via Archenfield is 6.1%.

Green Lane via Archenfield has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.9%.

The summit of Green Lane via Archenfield is at 1381 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:43:00 to climb Green Lane via Archenfield. At 7 mph the time is 00:30:26, and at 9 mph 00:23:43. For the fastest cyclists, 00:17:49 is an achievable time.

Green Lane via Archenfield is located in the region Herefordshire in England.

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