Vrbatova Bouda is a climb of 20.1 kilometers (category 1). Vrbatova Bouda tops out at 1,379 m above sea level. It is located in Dolní Štěpanice, Severovýchod, Česko. The average gradient is 4.6% with a maximum of 10.4%. The climb has 929 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This climb has two distinct parts. The first 13 km are fairly moderate (average gradient of 2.4%), a long approach. The real difficulty is concentrated in the last 7 km, where the average gradient tops 8%. That's seriously steep and justifies its Category 1 rating.
Pacing tips:
1. Managing your pace on the first section: Use the first 13 km to find a steady rhythm without burning matches. The gentle gradient lets you spin along in an easy gear.
2. Anticipating the change of rhythm: From km 13 on, get ready mentally and physically for the significant jump in gradient (8-9%). Shift down progressively to keep a steady cadence.
3. Staying focused on the finale: The last few km hold a sustained 8% gradient. Avoid surges and concentrate on a steady breathing rhythm to get through these hard sections.
20.1 km • 929 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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