Coxs Gap is a climb of 2.5 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 378 m above sea level. It is located in Kerrabee, New South Wales, Australia. The average gradient is 7.1% with a maximum of 14.2%. The climb has 178 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: At just 2.5 km, this 3rd category climb averages 7.1% for 178 m of elevation gain, making it a tough but short col. Km 0.0 to 1.0 sits at 5%, which gives you a chance to find your rhythm before the road really kicks up to 9% between km 1.0 and 2.0. The final stretch, from km 2.0 to 2.5, holds a steady 8% with no real respite all the way to the top.
Pacing tips:
1. Don't go out too hard: on the first few km at 5%, settle into a steady rhythm and save some energy for what's coming.
2. Handle the 9% section: between km 1.0 and 2.0, stay in the saddle, keep a smooth cadence and avoid surging.
3. Finish strong: over the last half km at 8% (km 2.0 to 2.5), ramp up the pace and empty the tank all the way to the summit.
2.5 km • 178 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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