Długa Dolina is a climb of 2.0 kilometers (category 1). Długa Dolina tops out at 741 m above sea level. It is located in Brenna, województwo śląskie, Polska. The average gradient is 12.6% with a maximum of 19.6%. The climb has 251 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This 2 km climb is extremely steep, with an average gradient of 12.6%, which rightly earns it a Cat 1 classification. The real difficulty is the sustained gradient, with more than 15% over four sections (0.2-0.6 km and the final 1.8-2.0 km), and the 17% kick between 1.2 and 1.4 km, which comes right after a brief respite.
Pacing tips:
1. Managing the start: The first 800 meters are the steepest (13-16%). Don't go out too hard, and settle into a steady breathing rhythm from the very beginning.
2. Making the most of the easing: The 1.6 to 1.8 km stretch (3% gradient) is a crucial chance to recover and get ready for the finale.
3. Saving something for the finale: The last section (1.8-2.0 km) averages 16%. Keep some in the tank for this final test.
2.0 km • 251 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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