Mirador Tres Cruces is a climb of 79.1 kilometers (hors catégorie). Mirador Tres Cruces tops out at 4,150 m above sea level. It is located in Jesús María, Guayas, Ecuador. The average gradient is 7.1% with a maximum of 19.9%. The climb has 5611 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: With 5611m of elevation gain over 79.1km, this climb is extremely long and demanding. The 7% average gradient is sustained, but the real challenge is the unbroken run of 8-10% sections (KM 10-12, 16, 21, 23, 33, 38, 54, 57, 62, 75-76) and the lack of any real flat sections. The descent between KM 49 and 51 (-8%) gives you a brief breather, but the overall length makes this a pure test of endurance.
Pacing tips:
1. Consistency is key: Settle into a steady power output or heart rate from the start, and resist the urge to push too hard on the 9-10% ramps. The length of this climb demands strict management of your resources.
2. Anticipate the changes: Mark the steepest kilometres (e.g. KM 16, 21, 54) and ease off the pace slightly there. Use the shorter, less steep sections (KM 25-29, 39-43) to recover while keeping the pedals turning.
3. Strategic fueling: The distance calls for continuous eating and drinking. Plan your feed stops at the flattest points (KM 4-5, 39-43) to make it easier to grab drinks and food.
79.1 km • 5611 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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