Moca is a climb of 22.7 kilometers (hors catégorie). Moca tops out at 1,571 m above sea level. It is located in Riaba, Bioko Sur, Guinea Ecuatorial. The average gradient is 7.3% with a maximum of 17.9%. The climb has 1651 meters of elevation gain.
Analysis of the difficulty:
The Riaba climb is a beyond category effort over 22.7 km. Its difficulty lies in its uneven profile, with a steep opening section (KM 2-3 at 11%) and a particularly brutal finish. Kilometres 14 to 16 (15% and 21%) and KM 21 (13%) are the key sections where the effort will be at its maximum.
Tips for managing the effort:
1. Pacing yourself early on: Resist the temptation to go too hard in the first kilometres, even with the 10-11% gradients. The goal is to hit the 15% and 21% sections with something left in the tank.
2. Making the most of the breathers: Kilometres 6-7 (2%), 10-11 (2%) and 16-17 (1%) are crucial opportunities to recover by easing off slightly without losing your rhythm.
3. Preparing for the finale: After a "gentler" section (KM 17-20), get yourself mentally and physically ready for the final test at KM 21 at 13% before the final descent.
22.7 km • 1651 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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