Stepanka is a climb of 9.3 kilometers (category 1). Stepanka tops out at 916 m above sea level. It is located in Hamrska, Liberecký kraj, Česko. The average gradient is 5.7% with a maximum of 13.3%. The climb has 533 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: At 9.3 km with 533 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 5.7%, this first-category climb is demanding, especially because of how consistent it is. The gradient is steep from the start, with 8% on KM 0.0-0.5, then 10% on KM 2.0-2.5. The hardest section runs from KM 6.5-7.0 to the finish, where the gradient sits between 8% and 11%, with KM 9.0-9.3 peaking at 11%. The easier stretches at KM 3.0-4.0 and KM 5.0-6.5 are rare chances to recover.
Tips for managing your effort:
1. Don't go out too hard. In the first few kilometres at 8%, settle into a steady rhythm so you still have something in the tank for the second half of the climb.
2. Make the most of the flatter sections. On KM 3.0-3.5 and KM 5.5-6.0, ease off the pedals, drink and eat, and keep a light gear so your legs are ready to go again.
3. Save your last energy for the finale. Hit KM 8.5-9.0 and KM 9.0-9.3 at 11% by shifting down early, staying seated and keeping a high cadence.
9.3 km • 533 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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