Paljenik is a climb of 23.1 kilometers (hors catégorie). Paljenik tops out at 1,913 m above sea level. It is located in Šipovik, Federacija Bosne i Hercegovine, Bosna i Hercegovina / Босна и Херцеговина. The average gradient is 6.2% with a maximum of 16.1%. The climb has 1435 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This HC climb covers 23.1 km with sustained difficulty and a demanding average gradient of 6.2%. The real challenge is the irregular profile: after an easy first kilometre (2%), the gradient goes above 8% three times in the first 10 km and even hits 9% between km 10 and 13. Km 14 gives a short breather (1%) before a steady but relentless finish (5-6%).
Riding tips:
1. Pacing: Don't get fooled by the easy start. Save your legs for the 8-9% sections in the first half of the climb.
2. Anticipate the gradient changes: The 1% section at km 14 is a crucial chance to recover and get your head ready for the long final drag.
3. Keep a steady cadence: The last part, though less steep, is long. Pick a gear that lets you hold a constant effort all the way to the summit.
23.1 km • 1435 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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