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Phagwari Gali from Mendhar: what you need to know

Everything about cycling up Phagwari Gali from Mendhar

Phagwari Gali is a climb of 10.2 kilometers (category 1). The climb finishes at 1,594 m above sea level. It is located in Mendhar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. The average gradient is 4.6% with a maximum of 12.1%. The climb has 468 meters of elevation gain.

Elevation profile

Elevation profile

Climb statistics

category 1
Difficulty score: 576 (Hard)
Finish altitude
1,594 m
Distance
10.2 km
Avg. gradient
4.6 %
Max gradient
12.1 %
Elevation gain
468 m
Steepest section: 12.1% (km 1.4)
Tips

Difficulty analysis: At 10.2 km, with 468 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 4.6%, the Phagwari Gali is rated Category 1 and demands a sustained effort over a long stretch. The opening is the toughest part: the first three kilometres average 8%, 7% and then 6%, which means roughly 212 m of climbing in 3 km. Between km 3 and km 5 the gradient eases to 3% and then 2%, before a more uneven section between 4% and 6% up to km 8. The real challenge lies in pacing yourself over the whole climb.

Tips for managing your effort:

1. Hold back at the start On the first three kilometres at 8%, 7% and then 6%, spin an easy gear and keep a steady rhythm to save something in the tank for later.

2. Make the most of the easier sections Between km 3 and km 5, where the gradient drops to 3% and then 2%, drink, eat and pick up your cadence again before the 4% and 6% ramps.

3. Control the final descent On the section at -11% (from km 10.0 to km 10.2), brake progressively and keep a clean line so you stay safe.

Estimated times

10.2 km • 468 m D+

Leisure 1h 50min
5.6 km/h 350 m/h
Regular 1h 10min
8.8 km/h 550 m/h
Trained 50min
12.3 km/h 800 m/h
Climber 35min
17.5 km/h 1100 m/h
Pro 25min
24.5 km/h 1600 m/h

VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain

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