Gisozi is a climb of 2.4 kilometers (category 3). Gisozi tops out at 1,558 m above sea level. It is located in n/a, Umujyi wa Kigali, Rwanda. The average gradient is 6.6% with a maximum of 12.7%. The climb has 158 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This Category 3 climb is moderately hard, mainly because it's short (2.4 km). The main challenge is the central section (KM 0.5-1.5), where the gradient hits 8-9% and accounts for nearly 50% of the total elevation gain. The finish is easier, with a steady 5% gradient.
How to manage your effort:
1. Start controlled: Resist the urge to go too hard over the first kilometre (6%) so you have something left for the steepest section.
2. Target your effort: Put your biggest push between 500m and 1.5km, where the gradient peaks at 8-9%.
3. Active recovery: Use the last 900 metres at 5% to settle your breathing and find a steady rhythm before the summit.
2.4 km • 158 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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