San Juan Sacatepéquez is a climb of 8.4 kilometers (category 1). San Juan Sacatepéquez tops out at 2,107 m above sea level. It is located in San Juan Sacatepéquez, Departamento de Guatemala, Guatemala. The average gradient is 4.3% with a maximum of 14%. The climb has 365 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: At 8.4 km, with 365 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 4.3%, this Category 1 climb is demanding but fairly consistent. The hard work is concentrated in the first half, with a stiff start between 5 and 6% over the first kilometre, then a very steep section at 10% between km 1.5 and km 2. The second key section, at 9% between km 6 and km 6.5, comes when your legs are already well worked. The descent at -7% between km 7.5 and km 8 gives no respite and requires caution.
Tips for managing your effort:
1. Don't go out too hard The first kilometres at 5-6% should be ridden at a controlled effort so you have something left for the 10% wall.
2. Make the most of the flat section Between km 3.5 and km 4, the road is flat: this is the ideal time to recover, drink and eat before the climb resumes.
3. Spin through the steep sections On the 10% stretch (km 1.5 to km 2), go for a lighter gear and a steady cadence to avoid burying yourself.
8.4 km • 365 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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