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Sminhays Corner from Roadwater

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Sminhays Corner from Roadwater
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Elevation profile Sminhays Corner from Roadwater

Statistics

Difficulty points 266
Length 3 mi
Average gradient 6.5%
Steepest segment 13.3%
Total ascent 1033 ft

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#94 toughest climb of England
#71 most elevation gain of England
#66 longest climb of South West England
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Sminhays Corner from Roadwater is a climb in the region Somerset. It is 3 mi long and bridges 1033 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 266. The top of the ascent is located at 1286 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

Road name: Church Street

4.0 by flyingsheep99
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A very good climb into the Brendon Hills. A lot of the climb is in the trees but out of the trees there are the occasional nice view. Road surface is decent and the gradient stays moderately high for a while, but nothing too steep. Excellent view at the top over the Bristol channel and towards the Quantocks. Would highly recommend ... read more

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A very good climb into the Brendon Hills. A lot of the climb is in the trees but out of the trees there are the occasional nice view. Road surface is decent and the gradient stays moderately high for a while, but nothing too steep. Excellent view at the top over the Bristol channel and towards the Quantocks. Would highly recommend

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:36:38
7 mph 00:25:56
9 mph 00:20:13
12 mph 00:15:11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sminhays Corner from Roadwater 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!

Sminhays Corner from Roadwater 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, Sminhays Corner from Roadwater is not a problem.

Sminhays Corner from Roadwater is 3 mi long.

The average gradient of Sminhays Corner from Roadwater is 6.5%.

Sminhays Corner from Roadwater has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.3%.

The summit of Sminhays Corner from Roadwater is at 1286 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:36:38 to climb Sminhays Corner from Roadwater. At 7 mph the time is 00:25:56, and at 9 mph 00:20:13. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:11 is an achievable time.

Sminhays Corner from Roadwater is located in the region Somerset in England.

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