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Imposing and consistently steep, with the hardest stretch near the top and a long stretch of rising road beforehand that will start to tax you before you even reach the climb proper

Incredibly steep (almost all over 20%) but so rewarding when you get to the top. The average grade is 11% for this 1.6 mile (2.5 km) climb. On the more … czytaj dalej

The Black Sail Pass connects two of Lakeland's most remote and spectacular valleys, the Mosedale branch of Wasdale and Ennerdale. Making use of the col between Pillar and Kirk Fell, … czytaj dalej

Debate has long raged as to whether it's better to ride the Garburn Pass from Kentmere to Troutbeck or vice versa. The trail is much steeper on the Kentmere side; … czytaj dalej

Sty Head is the apex of an ancient and wild trade route between Borrowdale and Wasdale, the Styhead Pass. Right in the mountainous heart of the Lake District, it separates … czytaj dalej

For mountain lovers, there are few more magical places in the Lake District than Mickledore, the pass between Scafell Pike and Scafell. It is an exciting ridge of rock backed … czytaj dalej

Fast and open at the top, becoming more narrow singletrack further down, and ending in a series of hugely fun switchbacks, Sticks Pass (the Ullswater side as a descent from … czytaj dalej

It is possible, just, to climb hardknott pass with bike packing gear. Put the weight forward to stop yourself falling back or sideways (which happened to half the group!). Lots … czytaj dalej

Kirkstone Pass is the Lake District's highest pass that is open to motor vehicles, with an altitude of 454 metres (1,489 feet). It connects Ambleside in the Rothay Valley to … czytaj dalej