Achouba is a climb of 2.3 kilometers (category 2). Achouba tops out at 672 m above sea level. It is located in Cherfa Oufella, Tizi Ouzou, Algérie ⵍⵣⵣⴰⵢⴻⵔ الجزائر. The average gradient is 7.1% with a maximum of 17.5%. The climb has 166 meters of elevation gain.
Climb analysis: Achouba from Abbech is a 2.3 km climb with 166 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 7.1%, which makes it a Cat 2. The hardest section is between KM 0.5-1.0, where the gradient hits 10%, while the other sections stay between 7% and 8% with no real respite. KM 2.0-2.3 has a -1% gradient, giving a short recovery before the finish. It's a short but steady climb that demands above all constant pacing.
Tips for managing your effort:
1. Start controlled. On KM 0.0-0.5 at 8%, don't go out too hard so you keep something in the tank for the 10% section at KM 0.5-1.0.
2. Shift down for the 10% section. On KM 0.5-1.0, select a light gear, stay seated and keep a steady cadence to save your legs.
3. Make the most of the late descent. On KM 2.0-2.3, the -1% gradient lets you recover for a few seconds, then gradually ramp the pace back up to the finish line.
2.3 km • 166 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
Join thousands of cycling fans! Plan your rides, record your performance, track your progress and discover the finest climbs.
Live climb profile to pace your effort all the way to the top.
Other climbs to Achouba
Within 20 km