Yerbabuena La Vara is a climb of 3.6 kilometers (category 1). Yerbabuena La Vara tops out at 2,917 m above sea level. It is located in Chía, Cundinamarca, Colombia. The average gradient is 9.2% with a maximum of 16%. The climb has 331 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This Category 1 climb is genuinely hard because of its uneven profile. The crux is the first two kilometers, which pack in very steep gradients (11% and 13%) and account for nearly half of the total elevation gain. The 3% middle kilometer gives you a crucial breather before a tougher but more consistent second half (gradients of 8% to 11%).
Pacing tips:
1. Start easy: Resist the urge to hammer the opening 13% section. Settle into a steady rhythm to avoid burning your legs out early.
2. Use the breather: Make the most of the 3% section (KM 1.0-1.5) to recover actively (spin easy) and get ready for what's coming.
3. Save something for the finish: The gradient eases slightly over the final half kilometer (8%), so you can pick up the pace a bit if your legs are feeling good.
3.6 km • 331 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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