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Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge

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Elevation profile Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge

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Difficulty points 105
Length 2.8 mi
Average gradient 4%
Steepest segment 15.6%
Total ascent 587 ft

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#14 toughest climb of Greater Manchester
#71 most elevation gain of Peak District
#69 longest climb of North West England
#24 average steepest climb of Greater Manchester
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Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge is a climb in the region Greater Manchester. It is 2.8 mi long and bridges 587 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 105. The top of the ascent is located at 965 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Huddersfield Road & Brushes Road

4.0 by John Doe
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Hidden no-car access climb past several reservoirs. Beautiful scenery from the top on a nice day. Unfortunately it is one way up and down for road bikes, and there are a few annoying obstacles (cattle grids and gates), but overall definitely worth it! ... read more

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3 y 4.0 00:07:15 (23.1 mph)

Hidden no-car access climb past several reservoirs. Beautiful scenery from the top on a nice day.

Unfortunately it is one way up and down for road bikes, and there are a few annoying obstacles (cattle grids and gates), but overall definitely worth it!

Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge
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Climbing times

5 mph 00:33:38
7 mph 00:23:48
9 mph 00:18:33
12 mph 00:13:56

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge. 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.

Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge 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.

Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge is 2.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge is 4%.

Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.6%.

The summit of Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge is at 965 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:33:38 to climb Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge. At 7 mph the time is 00:23:48, and at 9 mph 00:18:33. For the fastest cyclists, 00:13:56 is an achievable time.

Swineshaw Reservoir from Stalybridge is located in the region Greater Manchester in England.

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