Crawley-Ardingly Ring route

near Crawley

25.5 miles

Distance

2,003 ft

Climb

-1,936 ft

Descent

581 ft

High Point

66 ft

Altitude change

180 ft

Altitude min

226 ft

Altitude start

292 ft

Altitude end

-34%

Grade max

42.4%

Grade min

11 miles

Distance climb

10 miles

Distance down

4 miles

Distance flat

Route leaves Crawley on the Worth Way (NCN21) cycle route, which is a gravel route, then road to Werewood Resevoir, then west Hoatly before using bridleway through to Ardlingly, then bridleway around Ardingly Resevoir to Balcombe, then minor road bridleway back through Tilgate Forest.

Detailed Description

Crawley-Ardingly Ring is a 25 mile moderately popular easy route located near Crawley. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 1 trails. This route climbs 2,003 ft with a max elevation of 581 ft then descends -1,936 ft.

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Stats

Distance

25 miles
Altitude min

180 ft
Altitude start

226 ft
Altitude end

292 ft
Climb

2,003 ft
Descent

-1,936 ft
Grade max

-34%
Grade min

42.4%
Distance climb

11 miles
Distance down

10 miles
Distance flat

4 miles

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Trails in Route

Reservoir Sprint

1 mile

Details

Riding area

Tilgate Forest
Primary Activity

Mountain Bike
Other Activities
- E-Bike
- Gravel Bike
- Hike
Difficulty rating

Green
Route Type

Loop
eBike Allowed

Yes
Bike type

XC, Gravel
Direction

Both Directions
Physical rating

Moderate

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