Tesák is a climb of 4.5 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 687 m above sea level. It is located in Chvalčov, Zlínský kraj, Česko. The average gradient is 5.4% with a maximum of 11.1%. The climb has 242 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: The Tesák from Chvalčov is a 4.5 km climb with 242 m of elevation gain, averaging 5.4%, which puts it in Category 3. The crux sits between km 1.5 and km 2.0, where the gradient hits 9% over nearly 500 m. From km 2.0 to km 4.5, the grades stay between 5% and 6% with no real respite, so it's a sustained grind rather than an explosive effort.
Tips for the effort:
1. Pace yourself from the bottom. On the first kilometres (km 0.0 to 1.0), where the gradient stays between 3% and 4%, find a steady rhythm so you don't blow up before the steep section.
2. Prepare for the 9% section. Shift to an easier gear before km 1.5 and stay seated to keep a smooth cadence through this stretch.
3. Keep it steady to the summit. Between km 2.0 and km 4.5, hold a consistent cadence on the 5 to 6% grades and save something in the tank for the finish.
4.5 km • 242 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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