The Stang was the site of the 2013 National Hill Climb Championships. The gradient varies a lot - up to 18% in places, with an average around 5%. Wild and open landscape.

Al Salter

July 9, 2021

Road cycling

A tough climb out of County Durham. Rolling terrain starts climbing, steep towards the end with a summertime 'bonus' of annoying flies in the wooded area. Once you hit the switchbacks you are not far from respite (from gradient & annoying flies). Pause for pics at the top & fly(!) down into Arkengarthdale for refreshment at the CB Inn.

Tom

October 8, 2021

Road cycling

Great climb, and a fast, flowing descent into County Durham

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