Cote du Colonster is a climb of 3.1 kilometers (category 3). Cote du Colonster tops out at 244 m above sea level. It is located in Liège, Liège, België / Belgique / Belgien. The average gradient is 5.5% with a maximum of 8.7%. The climb has 170 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This 3rd category climb is moderately hard. The average gradient of 6% is steady over the first 2.5 kilometers, with a single slightly steeper section at 7% between 1.0 and 1.5 km. The difficulty eases on the final stretch (2.5-3.0 km) at 4%, giving you a chance to recover near the top.
Pacing advice:
1. Keep it smooth: Avoid surges. Hold a steady power output over the first five segments where the gradient is similar (6-7%).
2. Prepare for the change: The steepest kilometer (7%) comes in the middle. Save something for that section without overgearing or redlining early on.
3. Use the easier finish: The final 4% ramp is your chance to dig in and finish strong, provided you've paced the climb well.
3.1 km • 170 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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