Alto Tinajas is a climb of 4.2 kilometers (category 3). Alto Tinajas tops out at 343 m above sea level. It is located in Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia. The average gradient is 4.9% with a maximum of 16.6%. The climb has 205 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: At 4.2 km for 205 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 4.9%, the Alto Tinajas is rated Category 3 and calls for a solid aerobic base. The first two kilometres, between 2% and 4%, are relatively rolling and give you time to find your rhythm. The real difficulty comes from the 2.0-2.5 km section at 8%, then the 3.5-4.0 km stretch at 8% and the 4.0-4.2 km section at 9%, which are the most demanding parts.
Tips for managing your effort:
1. Stay steady from the start. Over the first 2 kilometres (between 2% and 4%), ride at tempo and don't go off too hard so you save some legs for what's coming.
2. Prepare for the 2.0-2.5 km ramp. Shift to an easier gear before the 8% section and keep a smooth cadence rather than mashing a big gear.
3. Pace the final part of the climb. Between 3.5 and 4.2 km (8% then 9%), hold something back for the finishing effort and don't surge too early.
4.2 km • 205 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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