Alto La Paz is a climb of 2.6 kilometers (category 1). The climb finishes at 1,579 m above sea level. It is located in Chinchiná, Caldas, Colombia. The average gradient is 10.2% with a maximum of 20.2%. The climb has 267 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: The Alto La Paz is a demanding climb: 2.6 km at an average gradient of 10.2% with 267 m of elevation gain, which earns it its Category 1 rating. The effort is hard from the bottom: 8% over the first 500 metres, then a very steep section at 16% between km 0.5 and 1.0 that starts to eat into your reserves. The stretch from km 1.5 to 2.0, at 4%, gives you a precious breather before a final ramp at 21% over the last 100 metres (km 2.5-2.6).
Pacing tips:
1. Save something for later Don't go too hard on the opening 8% so you hit the 16% section (km 0.5-1.0) with fresh legs.
2. Recover on the false flat Use the 4% section (km 1.5-2.0) to drink, take on fuel and settle back into a steady rhythm.
3. Manage the final ramp On the 21% section (km 2.5-2.6), keep a smooth cadence and controlled pedal strokes, because there are only 100 metres left to empty the tank.
2.6 km • 267 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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