Puerto El Conejo is a climb of 4.9 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 2,476 m above sea level. It is located in Arteaga, Coahuila, México. The average gradient is 4.2% with a maximum of 15.1%. The climb has 206 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: At 4.9 km, with 206 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 4.2%, Puerto El Conejo is a Category 3 climb that is accessible but demanding. The first section, from KM 0.0 to KM 3.0, alternates between rolling stretches at 2-3% and ramps at 5%, which lets you find your rhythm. The final part is noticeably more selective, with 8% between KM 4.0 and KM 4.5 and 9% between KM 4.5 and KM 4.9, where the accumulated fatigue will start to bite.
Tips for the effort:
1. Managing the start Don't go out too hard over KM 0.0-0.5 at 3% and keep a smooth cadence so you arrive fresh at the steepest part.
2. Recovering on the easier sections Make the most of the 2% stretches (KM 1.0-1.5 and KM 2.0-2.5) to get your breathing back and drink.
3. Pacing the finish Between KM 4.0-4.5 and KM 4.5-4.9, shift to an easier gear, stay seated if you can, and hold a steady effort all the way to the summit.
4.9 km • 206 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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