Portezuelo Flamenco is a climb of 67.4 kilometers (category 1). Portezuelo Flamenco tops out at 1,503 m above sea level. It is located in n/a, Región de Atacama, Chile. The average gradient is 2.2% with a maximum of 11.4%. The climb has 1504 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This Category 1 climb is moderately hard for most of its length, with a steady average gradient of 2% over almost 60 km. The real challenge is its exceptional length (67.4 km), which makes it a test of endurance. The final section is harder over the last 3 km, with gradients reaching 4% and 6%.
Effort management tips:
1. Pacing: Settle into a steady power output that suits a 2% gradient for the vast majority of the route. Whatever you do, avoid going over the limit at the start of the climb.
2. Saving something for the finale: Keep some legs and some head in reserve for the last kilometres (from KM 65), where the gradient picks up noticeably (4-6%).
3. Fueling strategy: Plan regular drinking and eating over this long effort to avoid bonking.
67.4 km • 1504 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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