Nathia Gali is a climb of 19.8 kilometers (hors catégorie). Nathia Gali tops out at 2,422 m above sea level. It is located in ہرنوئی, خیبر پختونخوا, پاکستان. The average gradient is 10.6% with a maximum of 12.7%. The climb has 2093 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This climb has a tactical profile with a crescendo difficulty. The first 10 km (average gradient of 5.2%) act as a demanding warm-up before the crucial section: km 10 to 15, where the average gradient hits 10% with a peak at 13% at KM 12. The finish, although less steep, comes on legs that have already taken a serious beating.
Pacing tips:
1. Managing your pace in the first half: Resist the urge to go over the top in the early kilometres, which are less steep. Use this phase to find a steady breathing rhythm and save your energy.
2. Preparing for the KM 12 wall: Tackle the nasty section (KM 10-15) with some energy in reserve. On the 13% kilometre, shift down into an easier gear in advance and focus on a smooth pedal stroke to avoid blowing up your legs.
3. Holding it together after the peak: Even though the gradient eases after KM 15, there is still a lot of climbing left (about 230m). Keep your cadence up so you don't lose time and finish strong.
19.8 km • 2093 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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