Tvrdkov is a climb of 6.2 kilometers (category 3). Tvrdkov tops out at 630 m above sea level. It is located in Břevenec, Střední Morava, Česko. The average gradient is 4.5% with a maximum of 6.7%. The climb has 281 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This Cat 3 climb is moderately hard. The average gradient of 4.5% is consistent throughout, but it's unevenly spread: the first half is the harder part, with sections at 5-6%, and the finish eases off considerably. The steepest kilometre (6%) runs from KM 4.0 to KM 5.0, just before a very gentle final stretch (0-3%).
Pacing tips:
1. Managing your rhythm: Don't let the opening kilometres at 5-6% get in your head. Pick a gear that lets you hold a steady effort, because the gradient eases off noticeably after KM 5.5.
2. Plan for the false flat at the top: The last section (KM 5.5-6.2) is almost flat. Save something in the tank to attack through there and win back time without blowing yourself up.
3. Focus on the middle: The toughest stretch (KM 4.0-5.5 at 6%) comes halfway up. Mentally prepare yourself for that sequence and don't blow your rhythm apart on this key section.
6.2 km • 281 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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