Texana is a climb of 16.8 kilometers (category 1). Texana tops out at 743 m above sea level. It is located in Chemachema, جيجل, Algérie ⵍⵣⵣⴰⵢⴻⵔ الجزائر. The average gradient is 4.5% with a maximum of 11.2%. The climb has 757 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This 1st category climb has a varied difficulty. The first half (KM 0-8) alternates easier sections (2-3%) with steeper parts (5-6%), allowing you to warm up progressively. The real difficulty is concentrated in the second part (KM 8-16.8), with a series of sustained gradients at 5-7%, notably at KM 11-12 (7%), which is the most demanding stretch.
Pacing advice:
1. Set your rhythm early: Use the first kilometres at lower gradients (2-3%) to settle into a steady rhythm without overcooking it.
2. Save something for the hard part: Keep some energy in reserve for the critical section between KM 8 and 13, where the gradient consistently exceeds 5%. Manage your effort on the 7% kilometre.
3. Hold your cadence: The final part of the climb (KM 13-16.8) remains tough (5%). Don't ease off too soon, and keep a steady power output all the way to the summit.
Riders who have climbed the Col de Texana agree on one thing: it's a genuine experience that really takes you out of your everyday routine. The place is described as "magnificent" and "really nice for a change of scenery", which points to a well-preserved natural setting.
The overall mood from the reports is very positive, with comments like "I love it", "Great place" and "Excellent". Riders seem to have had an intense and rewarding moment, in a region that left a mark on them.
Beyond the sporting challenge, the climb seems to be rewarded by the scenery. The shared experiences convey an overall sense of satisfaction and well-being, making this ascent a memorable one for those who rode it.
16.8 km • 757 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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