Paso Orlodaja is a climb of 26.8 kilometers (category 1). Paso Orlodaja tops out at 3,864 m above sea level. It is located in Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile. The average gradient is 4.0% with a maximum of 11%. The climb has 1086 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This Category 1 climb has a deceptive profile. The first half (KM 0-13) is relatively easy (average gradient of 3%), letting you ease into it. The difficulty ramps up significantly in the second part, with a tough stretch between KM 15 and 20 (gradients of 6% to 8%) that makes up the heart of the climb.
Pacing advice:
1. Managing your pace on the first section: Resist the urge to go too hard in the first 13 kilometres. Use this section to find a steady rhythm and save your legs.
2. Preparing for the steepest section: Get ready mentally and physically for the tough run from KM 15 to 20. Drop into an easier gear as you approach KM 15 so you don't arrive at this stretch already in the red.
3. Holding a steady effort after the peak: After KM 20, the gradient eases back to around 4-5%. The challenge is to stay focused and keep a good cadence all the way to the summit so you don't lose time on this last section.
26.8 km • 1086 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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