Mirador La Cocha is a climb of 6.4 kilometers (category 1). Mirador La Cocha tops out at 3,193 m above sea level. It is located in n/a, Nariño, Colombia. The average gradient is 6.3% with a maximum of 13.3%. The climb has 405 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This Category 1 climb is a sustained effort. The average gradient of 6.3% is notable, but it's the distribution that makes it demanding: after an easy start (2%), the gradient quickly ramps up to 7% over long stretches. The last two kilometres are especially brutal, with sections at 8%, so you'll need to manage your effort carefully.
Pacing tips:
1. Stay steady: Don't be fooled by the easy first kilometre. Settle into a consistent rhythm suited to 7% gradients from the start to avoid blowing up.
2. Plan for the key sections: Save some energy for km 4.5 to 5.5, where the gradient hits 8%. This is the hardest part, and you'll need to dose your effort precisely.
3. Active recovery: Make use of the short breathers (km 2.0-2.5 at 5% and km 4.0-4.5 at 4%) to ease off the pressure slightly without slowing down too abruptly.
6.4 km • 405 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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