Eastern mountain is a climb of 22.8 kilometers (hors catégorie). Eastern mountain tops out at 2,000 m above sea level. It is located in القرية, محافظة الداخلية, عمان. The average gradient is 6.2% with a maximum of 17.4%. The climb has 1414 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This 22.8 km climb is a true hors catégorie challenge. Its difficulty lies less in the average gradient (6.2%) than in its irregularity. Several sections of steep gradient (KM 3-4 at 12%, KM 16-17 at 11%) and a succession of kilometres between 8% and 9% in the second half make the effort very demanding. The flat kilometre (KM 5-6) and the short descent (KM 20-21) offer brief respites, but they are not enough to make it a steady climb.
Pacing tips:
1. Managing the changes in gradient: Anticipate the shifts in gradient. Don't blow up on the steep ramps (like the 12%); instead, spin a smooth gear to keep a steady cadence.
2. Making the most of the recovery spots: The 0% kilometre and the descent are crucial. Use them to recover actively (light pedalling) and refuel without losing rhythm.
3. Staying focused in the final part: The last section (after KM 20) remains steep despite a slight descent. Save some energy for the final kilometres at 5-8%.
22.8 km • 1414 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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