Steeple Flat is a climb of 16.7 kilometers (hors catégorie). Steeple Flat tops out at 1,154 m above sea level. It is located in Bemboka, New South Wales, Australia. The average gradient is 6.5% with a maximum of 18.2%. The climb has 1094 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: The climb of Bemboka is a long, demanding Hors Catégorie ascent. Its main difficulty lies in its irregular profile, with three steep sections between km 3 and 8 (gradients of 13%, 10% and 11%) that put a serious strain on the legs and lungs. A short slightly descending flat at km 10-11 offers a brief respite, but at 16.7 km in total, the overall effort is very substantial.
Pacing advice:
1. Managing your pace on the critical sections: Prepare for the three very steep kilometres (km 3-8) and don't go over the top in the first ramps. Hold a steady power output or cadence so you don't blow up early.
2. Making the most of the recovery section: Use the slightly descending kilometre (km 10-11) to recover actively: ease off the pace without stopping pedalling, so you reach the final part of the climb with something left in the tank.
3. Staying mentally focused on the finish: The last kilometres (km 12-16.7) have gentle gradients (1% to 5%). Don't let up, because the distance still to cover is considerable and can weigh on the mind.
16.7 km • 1094 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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