Cat 3

Scarth Nick via Back Lane

England, england

At just 1.5km, Scarth Nick via Back Lane is short but deceptively intense — 152m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. Averaging 10%, the road kicks to 19.6% at its steepest — a brutal pitch that demands respect. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in England, England.

  • Steeper maximum gradient than 98% of climbs in England.
  • Steeper than 94% of climbs in England.
  • The crux hits between km 1 and km 1 — 3km above 10% averaging 12.5%.

Scarth Nick via Back Lane

England, england

1.5km 152m 10%
3

Distance

1.5km

Avg Gradient

10%

Max Gradient

19.6%

Elevation Gain

152m

Summit

238m

Wall Rating

4.6

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What things cost

Typical prices in England

£3.80

Coffee

£5.50

Beer

£14.00

Meal

£1.40

Water

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