Portezuelo Pangue is a climb of 21.2 kilometers (hors catégorie). Portezuelo Pangue tops out at 1,710 m above sea level. It is located in n/a, Región de Coquimbo, Chile. The average gradient is 5.7% with a maximum of 17.4%. The climb has 1213 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: This HC climb is genuinely hard because of its 1213m of vertical gain over a long distance. The main challenge is the string of steep ramps, notably a kilometre at 11% (KM 4-5), another at 13% (KM 14-15), and several sections between 7% and 9%. The descent at KM 5-6 and the almost-flat stretches (KM 6-8, KM 20-21) give you brief respites, but they break your rhythm.
Pacing tips:
1. Managing your pace on the steep sections: Watch out for the two big pitches (11% and 13%) and ease off in the kilometres leading into them so you don't blow up.
2. Making the most of recovery spots: Use the descent (KM 5-6) and the 1% sections (KM 6-8) to recover actively, spinning an easy gear without losing too much tempo.
3. Holding a steady rhythm: At 21.2 km, this climb demands a constant output. Avoid sudden surges and base your effort on the gradient you're on at the time.
21.2 km • 1213 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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