Qafe e Selites is a climb of 12.1 kilometers (hors catégorie). Qafe e Selites tops out at 1,414 m above sea level. It is located in Dajt, Shqipëria Qendrore, Shqipëria. The average gradient is 7.2% with a maximum of 13.1%. The climb has 863 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This beyond-category climb covers 12.1 km and is genuinely hard but well balanced. The average gradient of 7% is sustained, with a tougher first half (8% sections on km 1-2 and 4-5) followed by a notable respite on km 6 to 8 (4% gradients). The finish stays tough, with two kilometres at 7% before an easier final stretch.
Tips for managing your effort:
1. Pace yourself from the bottom: Resist the initial enthusiasm. The first kilometres are steep (5%, 8%), so spin an easy gear to avoid blowing up early.
2. Make the most of the middle plateau: Km 6 to 8 (4% gradients) are your chance to recover, drink and eat without losing too much speed before the gradient ramps up again.
3. Save something for the finish: Keep some energy for km 8 to 10 (7%), the last real test, before the easier final section (4%).
12.1 km • 863 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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