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Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane

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Elevation profile Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane

Statistics

Difficulty points 78
Length 1.1 mi
Average gradient 6.2%
Steepest segment 10%
Total ascent 367 ft

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#26 toughest climb of North Wessex Downs
#15 most elevation gain of North Wessex Downs
#40 longest climb of North Wessex Downs
#25 average steepest climb of North Wessex Downs
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Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane is a climb in the region Berkshire. It is 1.1 mi long and bridges 367 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 78. The top of the ascent is located at 892 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road name: Rooksnest Lane

4.0 by YetiJ
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
A beautiful climb, the best in the area. Not too steep, with expansive views over the downs, and very little traffic.... read more

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10 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

A beautiful climb, the best in the area. Not too steep, with expansive views over the downs, and very little traffic.

Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane
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Climbing times

5 mph 00:13:30
7 mph 00:09:33
9 mph 00:07:26
12 mph 00:05:35

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane. 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.

Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane 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.

Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane is 1.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane is 6.2%.

Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10%.

The summit of Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane is at 892 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:13:30 to climb Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane. At 7 mph the time is 00:09:33, and at 9 mph 00:07:26. For the fastest cyclists, 00:05:35 is an achievable time.

Sandpits Down via Rooksnest Lane is located in the region Berkshire in England.

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