Cuesta Codochea is a climb of 127.2 kilometers (hors catégorie). Cuesta Codochea tops out at 4,336 m above sea level. It is located in Copiapó, Región de Atacama, Chile. The average gradient is 3.3% with a maximum of 14.9%. The climb has 4162 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: At 127.2 km, this climb is a true test of endurance. The difficulty lies in its length and its 4,162m of total climbing, but above all in its profile. The first 60 km are fairly gentle, mostly 1-3%, followed by a steeper central section (4-10% between km 53 and 69). The final part is particularly demanding, with gradients of 6 to 8% over the last 10 km.
Pacing and effort management tips:
1. Pacing: Resist the urge to go hard in the first third, even though the gradients are easy. The goal is to save your legs for the sections at 5% and above, and then for the final ramp.
2. Nutrition and hydration: With an effort lasting several hours, plan your fueling from the start to keep your energy levels steady and avoid bonking.
3. Focus on the finale: Mentally, prepare yourself for a very hard last hour. Save something in the tank for the 6 to 8% gradients that take you to the summit.
127.2 km • 4162 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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