Clivia Pass is a climb of 25.4 kilometers (hors catégorie). Clivia Pass tops out at 1,955 m above sea level. It is located in Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa. The average gradient is 5.2% with a maximum of 19.6%. The climb has 1316 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This 25.4 km HC climb is tough because of its big elevation gain (1316m) and its length. The main challenge is the uneven profile, with several steep sections (gradients of 8-9% at km 2-4, 11, 13 and 18) broken up by recovery stretches (low or even negative gradients at km 9-10, 14, 16-17 and 21-23).
Pacing tips:
1. Pace yourself on the steep sections: Look ahead to the steep kilometres (like km 3-4 or 13) and ease off a bit so you don't blow up.
2. Make the most of the flat bits: Use the low or negative gradient sections (km 10, 16, 21-22) to recover actively by keeping a smooth spin without forcing it.
3. Save something for the end: The final kilometres (23 to 25.4) hold a steady gradient of around 5-7%, so keep a consistent effort all the way to the summit.
25.4 km • 1316 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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