Zakopane - Kuznice is a climb of 3.8 kilometers (category 4). Zakopane - Kuznice tops out at 1,008 m above sea level. It is located in n/a, województwo małopolskie, Polska. The average gradient is 4.7% with a maximum of 8.6%. The climb has 178 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This 4th category climb has an uneven profile. The main crux comes at km 2.5-3.0, where it hits an 11% ramp, with 6-8% sections both before and after. The rest of the climb is moderate (2-4%), giving you some recovery stretches.
Pacing tips:
1. Managing your effort on the hard part: Be ready for the 11% ramp around the 2.5 km mark. Take it at a controlled pace to avoid a sudden heart-rate spike.
2. Making the most of the easier sections: Use the 2-3% stretches (around the 2nd km and at the start of the climb) to recover actively while keeping a good rhythm without pushing too hard.
3. Holding it together in the final section: The last part (3.0-3.8 km) is demanding at 6-8%. Save something in the tank so you can finish strong over those final 800 meters of steep road.
3.8 km • 178 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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