Kuling Guan is a climb of 2.1 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 271 m above sea level. It is located in Anji, 浙江省, 中国. The average gradient is 7.1% with a maximum of 15.8%. The climb has 147 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This 2.1 km climb with 147 m of elevation gain averages 7.1% and is rated Category 3. The first kilometre, between 4% (KM 0.0-0.5) and 5% (KM 0.5-1.0), is fairly easy and gets the legs turning. The gradient then ramps up noticeably, with 8% between KM 1.0 and 1.5, followed by 12% between KM 1.5 and 2.0, which is the toughest section of the climb.
Tips for the effort:
1. Don't go out too hard. On the first kilometre at 4-5%, stay seated, keep a smooth cadence and save your legs for what's coming.
2. Get ready for the jump to 8%. Between KM 1.0 and 1.5, shift to an easier gear before the gradient gets too steep, so you can hold a steady cadence.
3. Pace yourself on the 12% section. On KM 1.5-2.0, you can stand on the pedals in short bursts, while keeping a steady cadence and some reserve to finish strong.
2.1 km • 147 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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