Al-Qabi' is a climb of 1.7 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 1,438 m above sea level. It is located in As Suwayda, محافظة لحج, اليمن. The average gradient is 9.8% with a maximum of 16.6%. The climb has 167 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This 1.7 km climb averages 9.8% over 167 m of elevation gain, which earns it a 3rd category rating. The profile is lumpy and demanding: five of the nine sections hit at least 11%, with a max of 13% between 1.0 and 1.2 km. Only two easier stretches, at 6% (0.8-1.0 km) and 5% (1.6-1.7 km), give your legs a break.
Pacing tips:
1. Don't go out too hard. The first section (0.0-0.2 km) is only 4%, perfect for settling into your rhythm before the 11% ramp from 0.2 to 0.4 km.
2. Make the most of the easier stretches. The 6% section (0.8-1.0 km) is your chance to recover, grab a drink and drop your shoulders before the steepest part.
3. Dose your effort on the 13% section. Between 1.0 and 1.2 km, stay seated, keep a smooth cadence in an easy gear and save something for the 12% stretch at 1.4-1.6 km.
1.7 km • 167 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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