Samgeollyeong is a climb of 2.9 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 412 m above sea level. It is located in Manpo-si, 자강도, 조선민주주의인민공화국. The average gradient is 5.1% with a maximum of 12%. The climb has 149 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: The Samgeollyeong pass (삼걸령), climbed from Ch'ang-dong, offers sustained difficulty over 2.9 km for 149 m of elevation gain, with an average gradient of 5.1%. The profile is very even, with sections between 4% (KM 0.5-1.0 and KM 2.0-2.5) and 6% (KM 1.0-1.5 and KM 2.5-2.9), and no real change of rhythm. Rated Category 3, the climb is doable for a regular rider, but its steady gradient demands careful pacing from bottom to top.
Tips for managing your effort:
1. Start at a measured pace On the KM 0.0-0.5 section at 5%, focus on a steady cadence rather than speed so you still have something in the tank for the 6% stretches.
2. Recover on the 4% sections Use the KM 0.5-1.0 and KM 2.0-2.5 sections to get your breath back and recharge without going over your threshold.
3. Finish strong from KM 2.5-2.9 This last 6% section is the hardest part of the climb: save energy for it and switch to an easier gear from KM 2.5.
2.9 km • 149 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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