Spálov is a climb of 3.4 kilometers (category 2). Spálov tops out at 569 m above sea level. It is located in Klokočůvek, Moravskoslezský kraj, Česko. The average gradient is 6.7% with a maximum of 18.4%. The climb has 226 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: Spálov stands out for its brutal start, with gradients of 11% from km 0.0-0.5 and 13% from km 0.5-1.0, followed by 9% between km 1.0 and 1.5, then 7% between km 1.5 and 2.0. Over those first two kilometres, the average gradient clearly exceeds the advertised 6.7%, and most of the elevation gain is packed into that opening section. The flat stretch from km 2.0-2.5 gives you a real breather before a rolling finish at 3% over the last 900 metres. The climb is rated Cat 2: tough, but with no extreme section that goes on for long.
Pacing tips:
1. Don't go out too hard: On the 11% and 13% sections, stay on a short gear with a smooth cadence to save your legs for the rest of the climb.
2. Make the most of the flat: On the km 2.0-2.5 section at 0%, keep a steady rhythm, eat and drink, because this is the best moment to refuel before the final kilometres.
3. Finish strong: On the last 900 metres at 3%, shift up to a slightly harder gear and stay in the saddle to hold your speed all the way to the top.
3.4 km • 226 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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