Poriya is a climb of 5.3 kilometers (category 3). Poriya tops out at 151 m above sea level. It is located in מועצה אזורית עמק הירדן, מחוז הצפון, ישראל. The average gradient is 2.9% with a maximum of 11.4%. The climb has 156 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This 5.3 km climb is unusual. The first 2.5 km are perfectly flat (0% gradient), so it's a long approach. The real difficulty starts after the summit point, with 2.5 km of sustained climbing between 6% and 7% that accounts for most of the elevation gain. The final 300m at 4% offers a bit of respite. The "all or nothing" profile makes the effort mentally and physically demanding.
Pacing tips:
1. Starting out: Use the 2.5 km of flat to warm up and find a smooth, comfortable cadence without going too hard. Don't sprint off the line.
2. Anticipating the gradient change: At 2.5 km, the road kicks up sharply to 7%. Shift into an easier gear early and adjust your effort to hold a steady cadence.
3. Staying focused on the hard section: The 3.0 to 5.0 km stretch is the most demanding. Save something in the tank for the final 300m, which is less steep and gives you a chance to attack before the line.
5.3 km • 156 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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