Nailong Shan Yakou is a climb of 15.3 kilometers (hors catégorie). The climb finishes at 4,539 m above sea level. It is located in préfecture autonome tibétaine de Garzê, 四川省, 中国. The average gradient is 5.6% with a maximum of 14.5%. The climb has 853 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty analysis: At 15.3 km, with 853 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 5.6%, the 乃龙山垭口 is rated HC. The real challenge is the duration of the effort: the gradient never drops below 3%, and km 5 to 11 sit between 6% and 8%, with especially steep sections between km 7.0 and 8.0 and between km 10.0 and 11.0. The final stretch, from km 15.0 to 15.3, is still demanding at 6%.
Tips for the effort:
1. Set your pace from the start: over the first 4 km, at 4% then 3%, ride a steady rhythm so you have something left for later.
2. Be ready for the 8% sections: between km 7.0 and 8.0, then between km 10.0 and 11.0, drop onto a small gear and keep a smooth cadence to spare your legs.
3. Save something for the finish: between km 13.0 and 15.3, where the gradient varies between 4% and 6%, manage your effort so you can accelerate over the last 300 m.
15.3 km • 853 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
Join thousands of cycling fans! Plan your rides, record your performance, track your progress and discover the finest climbs.
Live climb profile to pace your effort all the way to the top.
Other climbs to Nailong Shan Yakou