Qizilsoy Dovon Pass is a climb of 49.2 kilometers (hors catégorie). Qizilsoy Dovon Pass tops out at 2,248 m above sea level. It is located in Pungon, Namangan Viloyati, Oʻzbekiston. The average gradient is 4.0% with a maximum of 13.6%. The climb has 1963 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: At 49.2 km averaging 4%, this beyond-category (HC) climb is an endurance test. The real challenge is the length and the gradient, which ramps up steadily: the first 20 km are moderate (2-3%), but it keeps getting steeper, hitting 6-7% over the final 10 km, with a last kilometre at 10% before the line.
Pacing tips:
1. Pacing: Start at a sensible tempo to conserve your legs. The first half is easier, but don't burn matches there.
2. Save something for the end: Hold back energy for the last 15 km (from KM 35), where the gradient is consistently above 5% and peaks at 10%.
3. Fueling strategy: On a climb this long, nutrition and hydration are crucial. Plan your feeds carefully, especially before the steepest section.
49.2 km • 1963 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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