Penhoek Pass is a climb of 4.7 kilometers (category 3). Penhoek Pass tops out at 1,841 m above sea level. It is located in Inkwanca Local Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The average gradient is 5.4% with a maximum of 9.4%. The climb has 256 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This Cat 3 climb (4.7 km at 5.4%) has an uneven profile. The main crux is km 3.0-4.0 at 7%, followed by a 4.0-4.5 stretch at 7%, making for a tough sequence in the final part of the climb.
Pacing tips:
1. Settle into a rhythm from the start: The first kilometres are moderate (4-5%). Use them to find a steady rhythm without overcooking it.
2. Save something for the double 7%: Keep some in the tank for the 7% sections between km 3.0 and 4.5. This is where the climb is most selective.
3. Make the most of the breather: The km 2.5-3.0 section at 3% gives you a brief chance to recover. Use it to bring your heart rate down before the hardest part.
4.7 km • 256 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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