Alto Sacupai is a climb of 3.1 kilometers (category 2). Alto Sacupai tops out at 398 m above sea level. It is located in Sapucaí, Paraguarí, Paraguay / Paraguái. The average gradient is 7.5% with a maximum of 16.4%. The climb has 234 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This 3.1 km climb averages 7.5% over 234 m of elevation gain, which earns it a Category 2 classification. The hard work is concentrated between KM 1.0-1.5 (9%), KM 1.5-2.0 (12%) and KM 2.0-2.5 (11%), which is the heart of the effort. The first sections, KM 0.0-0.5 (4%) and KM 0.5-1.0 (2%), offer a relatively gentle warm-up, while KM 2.5-3.0 at 7% keeps the pressure on right up to the finish.
Tips for the effort:
1. Save your legs from the start On KM 0.5-1.0 at 2%, ride at a controlled pace so you reach the foot of the steep section with something left in the tank.
2. Prepare for the hardest part On KM 1.5-2.0 at 12%, shift to an easier gear, keep a steady cadence and stay relaxed in your upper body.
3. Finish strong On KM 2.5-3.0 at 7%, give a slight push once you're past the main difficulties to hold your rhythm all the way to the finish line.
3.1 km • 234 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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