Hora is a climb of 2.1 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 610 m above sea level. It is located in Kunkowa, województwo małopolskie, Polska. The average gradient is 7.8% with a maximum of 12.9%. The climb has 167 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: Hora depuis Leszczyny is a short but punchy climb, with 167 m of elevation gain over 2.1 km at an average gradient of 7.8%, which earns it a 3rd category rating. The hard part is between km 0.0 and km 1.5, where the gradient stays steep, with a section at 10% between km 1.0 and km 1.5. The stretch from km 1.5 to km 2.0, at 5%, gives you a bit of a breather before the final section from km 2.0 to km 2.1, at 7%.
Tips for pacing the climb:
1. Don't go out too hard. On the first 500 metres at 8%, spin an easy cadence and pick a gear that lets you save something for later.
2. Manage the 10% section. Between km 1.0 and km 1.5, keep your effort steady, stay in the saddle if you can, and mentally prepare for the hardest part of the climb.
3. Recover on the 5% section. Use the stretch from km 1.5 to km 2.0 to drink, recover and ramp the effort back up before the final 7% kick.
2.1 km • 167 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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