Chelia auberge des jeunes is a climb of 9.5 kilometers (category 1). Chelia auberge des jeunes tops out at 1,711 m above sea level. It is located in n/a, Khenchela, Algérie ⵍⵣⵣⴰⵢⴻⵔ الجزائر. The average gradient is 5.6% with a maximum of 12.6%. The climb has 532 meters of elevation gain.
Analysis of the difficulty:
The Ilmaten climb has a tactical profile that ramps up gradually. The first two kilometres are very easy (1-6%), essentially a warm-up. The real climb starts after that, with a demanding middle section (KM 4.5 to 7.0: 6-8%) that tops out in a very brutal final stretch (KM 7.5 to 8.5: 9-11%). The 5.6% average gradient hides how nasty the finish is, which is typical of a Cat 1.
Tips for managing the effort:
1. Use the start to settle in: The first kilometres at low gradient (1%) are key for finding your breathing and heart rate without burning matches.
2. Save something for the final wall: Keep some legs in reserve for the last three kilometres (KM 6.5 to 9.5), where the gradient hits 8 to 11%. Pace the middle section (6-8%) so you don't go into the red too early.
3. Keep a steady rhythm: The short descent at KM 3.5-4.0 is a chance to recover actively without losing your momentum, so you can tackle what's next with a clear head.
9.5 km • 532 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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