Paso Chiguinda is a climb of 15.1 kilometers (hors catégorie). Paso Chiguinda tops out at 3,257 m above sea level. It is located in Chiguinda, Morona Santiago, Ecuador. The average gradient is 11.8% with a maximum of 18.6%. The climb has 1790 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This climb is extremely hard. An average gradient of 11.8% over 15.1 km puts it among the toughest passes out there. The difficulty is amplified by some very steep sections, notably the 16% kilometer (KM 5-6) and the 19% kilometer at the top (KM 13-14), which are critical rhythm breakers.
Tips for managing the effort:
1. Pacing: Start conservatively to save your legs. The goal is to survive the two sections above 15% without already being on the limit.
2. Anticipate the ramps: Mentally mark kilometers 5-6 (16%) and 13-14 (19%). Ease off the pace slightly before these sections so you hit them with fresher legs.
3. Gearing: Run a very low gear. The length and steepness demand a steady, smooth cadence, especially on the steepest pitches.
15.1 km • 1790 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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