Loma Angora Grande is a climb of 4.9 kilometers (hors catégorie). The climb finishes at 1,442 m above sea level. It is located in Paltas, Loja, Ecuador. The average gradient is 11.5% with a maximum of 20.8%. The climb has 561 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: With 4.9 km for 561 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 11.5%, the Loma Angora Grande is a beyond category (HC) climb that demands a steady, controlled effort. The gradient stays between 11% and 13% for most of the climb, with no real respite, apart from the 2.0-2.5 km section at 6%. The hardest stretch comes between 3.0 and 3.5 km at 15%, followed by the final section at 13% and then 12%.
Pacing tips:
1. Don't go out too hard. The first kilometres at 11% tempt you to attack, even though nearly 4 km of climbing still lie ahead; settle into a steady rhythm from the bottom.
2. Make the most of the 2.0-2.5 km section. At 6%, this stretch is your only real chance to recover, drink and find your rhythm again before what comes next.
3. Prepare for the 3.0-3.5 km section. Shift into an easy enough gear before the 15% ramp, stay seated with a smooth cadence, and save some energy for the final part of the climb to the finish.
4.9 km • 561 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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