Stanevce climb is a climb of 6.6 kilometers (category 1). Stanevce climb tops out at 842 m above sea level. It is located in Општина Прешево, Централна Србија, Србија. The average gradient is 5.4% with a maximum of 11.3%. The climb has 355 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This 1st category climb is moderately hard over the first half, with an average gradient of 3.8% over the first 3 km. Things ramp up considerably in the second part, with a tough stretch between km 2.0 and 3.5 (10%, 2%, 7%) and a sustained finish (average gradient of 6.4% over the last 3 km). The hardest km is km 2.0-2.5 at 10%.
Tips for managing your effort:
1. Save your legs at the start: The first 2 km are relatively easy (average gradient of 3.8%). Use this section to settle into a steady breathing rhythm without going too hard.
2. Prepare for the 10% wall: Tackle the steepest section (km 2.0-2.5) in easy gears. Keep your effort under control so you don't blow up, and make the most of the brief respite at km 2.5-3.0 (2%) to recover.
3. Save something for the finish: The gradient stays high (≥5%) over the last 4 km. Pace yourself after km 3.0 to hold a steady power output all the way to the summit.
6.6 km • 355 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain