Hardknott Pass & Wrynose Pass | Road Cycling the Steepest Climbs in the Lake District, UK

In this video, I take on two of the hardest climbs in the UK — Hardknott Pass and Wrynose Pass — located in the stunning Lake District, UK. These steep climbs are notorious among road cyclists for their intense gradients, sharp turns, and incredible scenic views. As a 90kg rider, tackling climbs like Hardknott Pass (with a brutal 30% gradient) and Wrynose Pass (reaching up to 25%) presents an extra challenge. Whether you’re a heavy cyclist or just love a tough climb, you’ll know that these steep roads require not only power but determination. Join me as I take on these iconic Lake District road cycling routes, sharing my experience, the pain, the views, and everything in between. Will I survive the toughest cycling challenge in the Lake District? Watch to find out! Video Highlights: • Cycling up and down Hardknott Pass and Wrynose Pass • Tackling the steepest climbs in the UK • Personal experience as a 90kg cyclist • Stunning Lake District scenery • Tips for heavy riders tackling steep climbs If you love road cycling, challenging climbs, or exploring the Lake District, this video is for you! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more brutal cycling challenges. Links Strava ride -   / strava   Instagram -   / andrewon2wheels   TikTok -   / andrewon2wheels   Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndrewOn2Wh... The jersey I'm wearing if from https://footballcycling.co.uk/ Cold Dark North -   / colddarknorth   #HardknottPass #WrynosePass #RoadCycling #LakeDistrict #CyclingChallenges #HeavyCyclist #cycling #SteepestClimbsUK timecodes 0:00 - intro 1:33 - Wrynose Pass 9:36 - Wrynose Pass descent (easier side) 12:39 - Hardknott Pass (easier side) 19:23 - Hardknott Pass descent 22:00 - Hardknott Pass 31:46 - Hardknott Pass descent (easier side) 32:59 - Wrynose Pass (easier side) 35:21 - Wrynose Pass descent 37:32 - Outro