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Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir

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Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir
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Elevation profile Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir

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Difficulty points 150
Length 6.9 mi
Average gradient 2.9%
Steepest segment 9.3%
Total ascent 1070 ft

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#43 toughest climb of East Midlands
#60 most elevation gain of England
#18 longest climb of England
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Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir is a climb in the region Peak District. It is 6.9 mi long and bridges 1070 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 2.9%, resulting in a difficulty score of 150. The top of the ascent is located at 1680 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: Snake Road & A57

4.0 by JonahS65
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The first half gradually climbs up the valley, undulating as you go. This part drags on a bit but you have good views for most of it. Then the climb actually starts at a gentle 4％ getting gradually steeper to around 8％ at the end. Long but gentle climb. The other side is a nice descent and a shorter and less draggy climb.... read more

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The first half gradually climbs up the valley, undulating as you go. This part drags on a bit but you have good views for most of it. Then the climb actually starts at a gentle 4％ getting gradually steeper to around 8％ at the end. Long but gentle climb. The other side is a nice descent and a shorter and less draggy climb.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:23:52
7 mph 00:59:23
9 mph 00:46:16
12 mph 00:34:46

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Frequently Asked Questions

Snake Pass can be cycled from 2 sides. Snake Pass from Glossop is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir.

You don't need special gearing for Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir. 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.

Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir 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, Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir is not a problem.

Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir is 6.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir is 2.9%.

Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9.3%.

The summit of Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir is at 1680 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:23:52 to climb Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir. At 7 mph the time is 00:59:23, and at 9 mph 00:46:16. For the fastest cyclists, 00:34:46 is an achievable time.

Snake Pass from Ladybower Reservoir is located in the region Derbyshire in England.

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