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Kula from Sulimov: what you need to know

Everything about cycling up Kula from Sulimov

Kula is a climb of 4.4 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 391 m above sea level. It is located in Sulimov, Zlínský kraj, Česko. The average gradient is 3.4% with a maximum of 10.1%. The climb has 148 meters of elevation gain.

Elevation profile

Elevation profile

Climb statistics

category 3
Difficulty score: 101 (Moderate)
Finish altitude
391 m
Distance
4.4 km
Avg. gradient
3.4 %
Max gradient
10.1 %
Elevation gain
148 m
Steepest section: 10.1% (km 0.7)
Tips

Difficulty breakdown: With 4.4 km for 148 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 3.4%, this category 3 climb is within reach of any regular rider. The real crux is between KM 0.5-1.0, with 7% gradient, then the final section from KM 4.0-4.4 at 6%. The KM 1.0-2.0 stretch gives you a breather at 1-2%, and KM 2.0-2.5 dips slightly (-1%), which lets you recover before the harder second half.

Tips for pacing the climb:

1. Pace yourself from the bottom (KM 0.0-1.0) Don't get carried away by the initial 5%. Keep a smooth cadence so you reach the 7% section without already being flat out.

2. Recover on the false flats (KM 1.0-2.0 and 2.0-2.5) Make the most of the easier gradients and the slight descent to get your breathing back, drink, and take on some fuel.

3. Manage the finish (KM 4.0-4.4) Save something for the last stretch at 6%, choose a suitable gear, and stay in the saddle as much as possible to keep a steady rhythm.

Estimated times

4.4 km • 148 m D+

Leisure 29min
9.0 km/h 350 m/h
Regular 19min
13.8 km/h 550 m/h
Trained 13min
20.2 km/h 800 m/h
Climber 9min
29.1 km/h 1100 m/h
Pro 6min
43.7 km/h 1600 m/h

VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain

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