Al Aqiqah is a climb of 18.4 kilometers (hors catégorie). Al Aqiqah tops out at 2,684 m above sea level. It is located in آل مهري, منطقة عسير, السعودية. The average gradient is 9.9% with a maximum of 15.7%. The climb has 1827 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This 18.4 km climb is extremely demanding, with a brutal average gradient of 9.9%. The difficulty lies in its consistency and very steep sections, particularly between km 5-6 (15%) and km 12-15 (13-14%), which require sustained power.
Pacing tips:
1. Pace yourself from the start: The first kilometer at 12% is deceptive. Don't go out too hard, or you'll burn matches you'll need later on this long haul.
2. Prepare for the "walls": Identify the key sections (KM 5-6 and 12-15) and ease off your pace slightly before tackling them to keep your effort steady.
3. Make the most of the brief respites: The short flat sections at KM 8-9 (4%) and near the end are crucial for recovering without losing time.
18.4 km • 1827 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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