2015 Tour de Boldmere - Stage 2 - Its an L of a challenge
Cycling Route
Details
10.01 km
141 m
The Tour de Boldmere 2015 Stage 2 solo effort ride is intended to test your stamina. Just when you think you are doing well the route grade steepens and kicks you in the face so the advice is to save some energy for the second half, you will need it. The route makes use of the old A5 (Watling Street) which is very quiet since it was bypassed. Ride this stage any time and as often as you like during June and July.
The stage commences heading south from the north end of Jerry’s Road off the A51. The single flat segment runs for 1.3km from Packington Farm shop turn to the old A5. Turning left you then run east on the old A5 to the roundabout where you U turn and run back to the junction at Weeford. The first hilly segment in the easterly direction starts at the first dip after you have turned onto the old A5 and continues for 1.2km to the top at Hints Lane. The second hilly segment in the westbound direction is steeper and starts at the low point just before Church Lane and terminates at the top of the hill just beyond Hints Land.
• The total stage segment is: https://www.strava.com/segments/9494687
• Flat segment: https://www.strava.com/segments/9494851
• Hilly Segment 1: https://www.strava.com/segments/9494813
• Hilly Segment 2: https://www.strava.com/segments/9494747
**IMPORTANT** – YOU RIDE A BOLDMERE BULLET STRAVA ROUTE AT ENTIRELY YOUR OWN RISK THIS IS NOT AN EVENT OR A COMPETITION & WE ARE NOT ORGANISERS. The Boldmere Bullets and the route creators do not accept any responsibility for injury, loss and damage sustained by you and advises you to refer to Strava’s terms and conditions. You can read more about them here http://www.strava.com/terms.
Bullets fitness - Cycling is a physically active sport. You should always seek advice from your GP before taking up a strenuous physical pursuit such as this. You accept that you do so entirely at your own risk and that it is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit enough to be able to ride the routes posted on Strava.
Bullets ride with care – Ride with due care and attention whenever you are on your bike. Respect other road users and be patient, this is not a race and there are no rewards for finishing first or fast times. Do not put yourself or others at risk by careless riding - Ultimately, you are responsible for your riding.
Bullets Lead by example when on the road - Always obey the Highway Code and ride in a manner appropriate. Be courteous and consider other road users, pedestrians and others engaged in a leisure activity such as horse riders. The route may follow country lanes where you will encounter rural traffic users such as tractors, etc. Where necessary ride in single file and according to the road conditions.
We also strongly recommend the following:
• RED means STOP. Do not take chances
• Helmets must be worn whilst riding
• Take heed of road traffic warning signs, they apply to cyclists too
• Extend all reasonable courtesy to other road users
• Ride single file on single roads climbs and A Roads to allow traffic to flow
• Anticipate oncoming traffic and ride accordingly
• Be aware of potholes and loose gravel on roads
• Keep a safe distance between you and any riders in front, especially on descents
• Be patient when crossing junctions
• When turning right, always make your intentions clear to road users
• Be prepared for adverse weather and wear/carry adequate clothing
• In hot, sunny conditions drink plenty of water and apply sun protection
• Do not drop litter – use the bins provided or take it home with you. Put it your pocket, under the hem of your shorts or jersey sleeve. Ultimately, don’t litter and give cycling a bad name.
• Do not behave in a manner that may offend others.
The stage commences heading south from the north end of Jerry’s Road off the A51. The single flat segment runs for 1.3km from Packington Farm shop turn to the old A5. Turning left you then run east on the old A5 to the roundabout where you U turn and run back to the junction at Weeford. The first hilly segment in the easterly direction starts at the first dip after you have turned onto the old A5 and continues for 1.2km to the top at Hints Lane. The second hilly segment in the westbound direction is steeper and starts at the low point just before Church Lane and terminates at the top of the hill just beyond Hints Land.
• The total stage segment is: https://www.strava.com/segments/9494687
• Flat segment: https://www.strava.com/segments/9494851
• Hilly Segment 1: https://www.strava.com/segments/9494813
• Hilly Segment 2: https://www.strava.com/segments/9494747
**IMPORTANT** – YOU RIDE A BOLDMERE BULLET STRAVA ROUTE AT ENTIRELY YOUR OWN RISK THIS IS NOT AN EVENT OR A COMPETITION & WE ARE NOT ORGANISERS. The Boldmere Bullets and the route creators do not accept any responsibility for injury, loss and damage sustained by you and advises you to refer to Strava’s terms and conditions. You can read more about them here http://www.strava.com/terms.
Bullets fitness - Cycling is a physically active sport. You should always seek advice from your GP before taking up a strenuous physical pursuit such as this. You accept that you do so entirely at your own risk and that it is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit enough to be able to ride the routes posted on Strava.
Bullets ride with care – Ride with due care and attention whenever you are on your bike. Respect other road users and be patient, this is not a race and there are no rewards for finishing first or fast times. Do not put yourself or others at risk by careless riding - Ultimately, you are responsible for your riding.
Bullets Lead by example when on the road - Always obey the Highway Code and ride in a manner appropriate. Be courteous and consider other road users, pedestrians and others engaged in a leisure activity such as horse riders. The route may follow country lanes where you will encounter rural traffic users such as tractors, etc. Where necessary ride in single file and according to the road conditions.
We also strongly recommend the following:
• RED means STOP. Do not take chances
• Helmets must be worn whilst riding
• Take heed of road traffic warning signs, they apply to cyclists too
• Extend all reasonable courtesy to other road users
• Ride single file on single roads climbs and A Roads to allow traffic to flow
• Anticipate oncoming traffic and ride accordingly
• Be aware of potholes and loose gravel on roads
• Keep a safe distance between you and any riders in front, especially on descents
• Be patient when crossing junctions
• When turning right, always make your intentions clear to road users
• Be prepared for adverse weather and wear/carry adequate clothing
• In hot, sunny conditions drink plenty of water and apply sun protection
• Do not drop litter – use the bins provided or take it home with you. Put it your pocket, under the hem of your shorts or jersey sleeve. Ultimately, don’t litter and give cycling a bad name.
• Do not behave in a manner that may offend others.
Created By
Andy Robinson
Route and Elevation
Segments
| Name | Distance | Elev. Diff. | Avg. Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| A51 to A5 Packington secteur | 2.45 km | 19 m | 0.4% |
| Jerry Lane | 0.57 km | 13 m | 2.3% |
| 2015 Tour de Boldmere - Stage 2 | 9.93 km | 33 m | 0.0% |
| 2015 Tour de Boldmere - Stage 2 - Flat | 1.38 km | 9 m | 0.2% |
| Flats Lane - A5 | 3.62 km | -33 m | -0.3% |
| Weeford Rd up Rock Hill | 1.66 km | 28 m | 0.6% |
| Rolling Time Trial | 7.42 km | 33 m | 0.0% |
| 2015 Tour de Boldmere - Stage 2 - Hilly 1 | 1.28 km | 29 m | 2.3% |
| Hints pain. | 1.10 km | 21 m | 1.7% |
| rock hill | 0.19 km | 12 m | 6.1% |
| mini hill hints | 0.42 km | 12 m | 2.7% |
| A5 Mile Oak to Speed camera by Flats Ln | 3.53 km | 33 m | 0.2% |
| 2015 Tour de Boldmere - Stage 2 - Hilly 2 | 0.76 km | 33 m | 4.2% |
| Hints hill (to hints lane) | 0.52 km | 27 m | 5.1% |
| Hints Hill | 0.53 km | 32 m | 6.0% |
| Hints to Flats Lane | 1.76 km | -28 m | -0.4% |