Klim PR - AUS is a climb of 35.7 kilometers (category 2). Klim PR - AUS tops out at 1,181 m above sea level. It is located in Rosh Pinah, ǁKharas Region, Namibia. The average gradient is 2.2% with a maximum of 5.5%. The climb has 796 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: Despite its length (35.7 km), this Category 2 climb has a moderate average gradient of 2.2%. The challenge lies in its consistency and distance, with gradients rarely exceeding 3%, except for a steeper section between km 27 and km 29 (4%). This is a long, steady grind rather than an explosive effort.
Tips for managing the effort:
1. Pacing: Hold a steady power or heart rate suited to a long effort. Avoid surging on the shorter 3-4% ramps.
2. Fueling: The duration calls for disciplined hydration and nutrition. Drink and eat regularly from the start of the climb.
3. Mental preparation: The monotony of the gradients can be hard to handle mentally. Break the climb into 5 km chunks to stay focused.
35.7 km • 796 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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