Kent & Surrey Hills Epic

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  • Date Sun 31st July 2022
  • Time 08:00
  • Location Dorking, Surrey

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at the Kent & Surrey Hills Epic, organized by Hardest Hundred! On Sunday, July 31, 2022, cyclists will have the chance to conquer one of the toughest routes in the South East, starting from the picturesque town of Dorking, Surrey. This epic ride features two thrilling distances: the long route at 183km with an impressive elevation gain of over 3,000 meters, and a medium route of 104km, both rated with a difficulty of 4 out of 5.

Prepare to tackle 13 major climbs, including 8 that rank among the Top 100 climbs in the region. Experience the breathtaking views and challenging terrain as you ascend iconic climbs like Barhatch Lane, Coombe Lane, and Toys Hill. The route promises an unforgettable ride, particularly the demanding 50km stretch between Sevenoaks and Redhill, culminating with a sharp final 20km over Leith Hill. Mark your calendars for this incredible cycling event that is sure to test your limits and inspire your adventurous spirit!

Kent & Surrey Hills Epic

Sun 31st July 2022

A scenic image of hilly countryside at sunrise or sunset with text overlay. The text reads: "KENT & SURREY HILLS EPIC" above a highlighted date "31ST JULY 2022". The landscape features rolling hills, trees, and soft golden light. A winding road with black and white bollards leads through a hilly landscape covered in grassy and bushy vegetation. The sky is clear with scattered clouds, and the sun is shining brightly, creating a tranquil and scenic view.

Organiser's Description

Ride one of the toughest routes in the South East and take on 13 major climbs (including 8 in the Top 100 climbs) in Surrey & Kent.

From Wotton, the Surrey Hills bring the steep climbs of Barhatch and Coombe Lane, before heading along the North Downs ridge to Kent. The toughest part of the route is the 50km between Sevenoaks and Redhill, with some super punchy climbs including Toys Hill & Chalkpit Lane before coming back into Surrey for a sharp last 20km over Leith Hill.

With over 3,000m of elevation, this is as tough a ride as you can get in the South East and a real challenge to put in the calendar for 2022.

LONG ROUTE: 183KM, 3058M
LONG ROUTE DIFFICULTY 4/5

MEDIUM ROUTE: 104KM, 1678M
MEDIUM ROUTE DIFFICULTY 4/5

Key Climbs:
Barhatch Lane – 1.4km, 6.7% average gradient
Coombe Lane – 1km, 7.9%
Toys Hill – 2.6km, 6.7%
White Lane – 0.6km, 12.8%
Chalkpit Lane – 1.6km, 8,2%
Coldhabour Lane – 3.1km, 4.6%

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Abrie

·3 years ago

Really tough ride and I enjoyed it. It was well organised with good email and sms communication before the ride. It was great having mechanical support available before, during and after the ride. The feed stops were good and the signposting. One suggestion for improvement is to have more of a choice for food/snacks after the event.

Location

RH5 6QT, Dorking, United Kingdom

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