Rovná hora is a climb of 2.6 kilometers (category 3). The climb finishes at 749 m above sea level. It is located in Terchová, Žilinský kraj, Slovensko. The average gradient is 6.7% with a maximum of 14.1%. The climb has 171 meters of elevation gain.
Climb analysis: Rovná hora from Podhorskovia is a short but demanding climb, rated Cat 3 with 171 m of elevation gain over 2.6 km. The first 1.5 km, at 3 to 5%, are fairly rolling and let you settle into the effort. The real difficulty comes between KM 1.5 and KM 2.5, where the gradient ramps up to 10% and then 11%. With an average of 6.7%, you need to pace yourself from the bottom so you still have something left for that final section.
Pacing tips:
1. Don't go out too hard. On the KM 0.0-1.5 stretch, at 3 to 5%, hold a steady rhythm to save your legs.
2. Choose your gear. Between KM 1.5 and KM 2.5, at 10 to 11%, go for an easy gear and a smooth cadence to keep your legs fresh.
3. Stay seated and keep your breathing calm. In the last few kilometers, stay in the saddle to keep your traction, and only stand up briefly to pick up the pace.
2.6 km • 171 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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