Spálov is a climb of 6.2 kilometers (category 3). Spálov tops out at 569 m above sea level. It is located in Jakubčovice nad Odrou, Moravskoslezsko, Česko. The average gradient is 4.0% with a maximum of 9.6%. The climb has 248 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This 3rd category climb has a progressive difficulty. The first half (0-3 km) is very easy, with an average gradient of 1.7%, and serves as a warm-up. The real difficulty is concentrated in the central 3 kilometres (KM 3.0-5.5), with sustained gradients between 6% and 8%. The final section is less steep, allowing for active recovery.
Tips for the effort:
1. Pacing: Don't let the easy start fool you. Save your legs to attack the steepest section (KM 3.5-4.0 at 8%) while keeping a steady rhythm.
2. Breathing rhythm: Use the low-gradient first part to settle into deep, steady breathing, essential for tackling the hard section without going into the red.
3. Choosing your gear: Pick a gear ratio suited to the 6-8% gradients. The climb is short enough to hold a slightly higher cadence without blowing up before the summit.
6.2 km • 248 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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