Port de Valldemossa Cumbrian Hartside stays at a very

Hartside stays at a very pleasant 6% for miles

Inspired by a cycling icon’s attack on an iconic climb leading to Pantani’s maillot jaune in 1998

Approached from the western side this Col rolls

So called for the sinister old dead oak tree that stands at its top

Port de Valldemossa Cumbrian Hartside stays at a veryThe first thing that strikes you about this climb is the distance the tiny harbour appears to be below you. The narrow and gnarly road is mainly sheltered in trees clinging, like you, to the mountain side. A cracking little fish restaurant awaits to fuel you for the return leg back out and over the sheer looking cliff. Ace fun and my favourite climb on the island. Limited to 15 copies.