Palin is a climb of 18.4 kilometers (category 1). Palin tops out at 1,209 m above sea level. It is located in Escuintla, Escuintla, Guatemala. The average gradient is 4.7% with a maximum of 11.9%. The climb has 862 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This 18.4 km climb with 862 m of elevation gain averages 4.7%, which makes it a first-category col. It's demanding mainly because of its consistency. The first 7 kilometers, between 3% and 5%, give you a chance to find a rhythm before a harder section from km 7.0 to km 13.0, where the gradient ranges from 5% to 6%. The sharpest part of the climb comes at km 13.0-14.0 with 9%, followed by a breather at km 14.0-15.0 at 2%. The final stretch, from km 15.0 to km 18.4, stays steady between 4% and 6%, so you need to keep some back for the end.
Tips for managing your effort:
1. Pacing the start Stay below your threshold in the first kilometers (0.0-7.0) so you don't burn through your reserves before the key section.
2. Preparing for the 9% ramp Tackle km 13.0-14.0 seated, with a smooth cadence and a suitable gear, without mashing the pedals.
3. Recovering at km 14.0-15.0 Use the 2% section to drink, eat, and get your cadence going again before the final kilometers at 4 to 6%.
18.4 km • 862 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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