Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton

Statistics

Difficulty points	71
Length	1.4 mi
Average gradient	4.3%
Steepest segment	14%
Total ascent	322 ft

Difficulty points

Length

1.4 mi

Average gradient

4.3%

Steepest segment

14%

Total ascent

322 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

#42 toughest climb of Wiltshire

#35 most elevation gain of Wiltshire

#22 longest climb of Wiltshire

#79 average steepest climb of Wiltshire

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An iconic white horse, with a steep twisting road to get there. Great views and light traffic.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:17:00
7 mph	00:12:02
9 mph	00:09:23
12 mph	00:07:03

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hackpen Hill can be cycled from 2 sides. Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Hackpen Hill from Marlborough.

You don't need special gearing for Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton. 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.

Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton falls into the 5th category. With good fitness, you can ride it up with speed and power. If you have less training, shift down and climb smoothly.

Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton is 1.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton is 4.3%.

Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14%.

The summit of Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton is at 876 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:17:00 to climb Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton. At 7 mph the time is 00:12:02, and at 9 mph 00:09:23. For the fastest cyclists, 00:07:03 is an achievable time.

Hackpen Hill from Broad Hinton is located in the region Wiltshire in England.

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