San Jose Cuyachapa is a climb of 27.6 kilometers (hors catégorie). San Jose Cuyachapa tops out at 2,610 m above sea level. It is located in n/a, Veracruz, México. The average gradient is 4.7% with a maximum of 14.2%. The climb has 1311 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: Long climb (27.6 km) with a moderate average gradient of 4.7%. The challenge is its consistency, with nearly two-thirds of the route between 4% and 5%. The 9% kilometre (KM 23) and the short descent (KM 22) leading into it make up the toughest section, breaking the rhythm abruptly.
Pacing tips:
1. Stay steady: Settle into a constant rhythm suited to the 4-5% gradients. Don't go into the red at the start of the climb.
2. Prepare for KM 23: Use the slight downhill at KM 22 to recover before tackling the steepest section (9%) in an easy gear.
3. Mental game: Break the climb into chunks. The gradient eases off after the KM 23 spike, so you can finish strong.
27.6 km • 1311 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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