Songlin Yakou is a climb of 4.4 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 1,925 m above sea level. It is located in Kunming, 云南省, 中国. The average gradient is 4.3% with a maximum of 17.8%. The climb has 189 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: At 4.4 km for 189 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 4.3%, this 3rd category climb is moderate but sustained. The first sections, KM 0.0-0.5, KM 0.5-1.0 and KM 1.0-1.5 at 3%, let you ease into it, then the gradient kicks up to 5% over KM 1.5-2.0, hits 6% over KM 2.0-2.5 and stays at 5% over KM 2.5-3.0. The final stretch, KM 4.0-4.4 at only 1%, gives you a welcome breather after the hardest central section.
Tips for managing your effort:
1. Pace yourself from the bottom: on the 3% sections (KM 0.0-0.5 through KM 1.0-1.5), keep your gear steady so you don't blow up before the hard part.
2. Prepare for the 6% ramp: shift to an easier gear before KM 2.0-2.5 and stay in the saddle if you can to keep a smooth, consistent cadence.
3. Make the most of the final flat: on KM 4.0-4.4 at 1%, build a bit of speed and let the legs recover so you reach the summit in good shape.
4.4 km • 189 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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