Majdal El Meouch is a climb of 3.1 kilometers (category 1). Majdal El Meouch tops out at 850 m above sea level. It is located in وادي الست, محافظة جبل لبنان, لبنان. The average gradient is 10.7% with a maximum of 18.7%. The climb has 330 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis:
This climb is short (3.1 km) but extremely steep (10.7% average), which legitimately puts it in the 1st category. The difficulty lies in how it progresses: after a relatively "easy" first kilometer, the gradient becomes harsh (11-12%), then peaks at a very demanding 17% between km 2.0 and 2.5. The finish is slightly more manageable (7%).
Tips for managing the effort:
1. Pace yourself: Don't let the start fool you. Save your legs on the first kilometer so you reach the 17% section with something left in the tank.
2. Anticipate the change in rhythm: The gradient varies a lot. Shift into an easier gear and adjust your cadence before each change in gradient, especially before the nasty km 2.0.
3. Break the climb into pieces: Focus on the succession of sections. Spin up the 7% finale while picturing the reward after the brutal middle section.
3.1 km • 330 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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