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Xianglu Ling from Nanning: what you need to know

Everything about cycling up Xianglu Ling from Nanning

Xianglu Ling is a climb of 5.4 kilometers (category 2). The climb finishes at 335 m above sea level. It is located in Nanning, 广西壮族自治区, 中国. The average gradient is 4.2% with a maximum of 9.3%. The climb has 226 meters of elevation gain.

Elevation profile

Elevation profile

Climb statistics

category 2
Difficulty score: 238 (Hard)
Finish altitude
335 m
Distance
5.4 km
Avg. gradient
4.2 %
Max gradient
9.3 %
Elevation gain
226 m
Steepest section: 9.3% (km 3.5)
Tips

Difficulty breakdown: This 5.4 km climb averages 4.2% with 226 m of elevation gain, which makes it a category 2 climb. From km 0.0 to 1.5, the gradient runs between 3% and 5%, so it's easy to find a steady rhythm. The crux comes between km 4.0 and 5.4, where it hits 7% for two kilometres and then 6% to the finish, after a 3% section from km 3.5 to 4.0. The short descent from km 1.5 to 2.0 gives you a breather before the ramp up again.

Tips for managing your effort:

1. Pace yourself early. From km 0.0 to 1.0, where the gradient varies from 3% to 5%, don't go out too hard. Save something in the tank for the end.

2. Make the easy sections count. The gentle downhill from km 1.5 to 2.0 and the 1% section from km 2.0 to 2.5 are the perfect moments to drink, eat and get your breathing back under control.

3. Stay steady in the final push. Between km 4.0 and 5.4, with 7% then 6% gradient, keep a smooth cadence and a constant power output, and stay in the saddle to save your legs.

Estimated times

5.4 km • 226 m D+

Leisure 55min
5.9 km/h 350 m/h
Regular 35min
9.2 km/h 550 m/h
Trained 25min
12.9 km/h 800 m/h
Climber 20min
16.1 km/h 1100 m/h
Pro 10min
32.3 km/h 1600 m/h

VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain

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