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@Oliver Schick
Many thanks for that, Oli! I'm still trying to work out how to get rid of at least one of the major climbs on that part of the route. Too hilly for my liking. :)
Unfortunately, there are very few options north of Reigate and the premise of the ride is to stick as closely to the M25 as possible, so that it'll have to be.
This might also be the decider when it comes to Titsey Hill vs. Clark's Lane; both are steep downhills, but from memory Clark's Lane is a little kinder to the brakes. For M25 proximity, it'll have to be TH, but clear warnings will certainly precede that, and anyone not sure will be advised to take an alternative route or walk. We'll wait for everyone.
If people who know the W, NW, or SW parts of the route could give me pointers on those bits, too, I'd be most grateful!