Cat 5 Leighton

Slack Head from Leighton House Farm

England, england

The Leighton rises 1.1km through gentle countryside, gaining 47m to 70m. The average gradient of 4.2% disguises ramps of 12.2% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in England, England.

  • A false flat around km 1 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.

Slack Head from Leighton House Farm

England, england

1.1km 47m 4.2%
5

Distance

1.1km

Avg Gradient

4.2%

Max Gradient

12.2%

Elevation Gain

47m

Summit

70m

Wall Rating

2.8

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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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