Barilles is a climb of 16.9 kilometers (hors catégorie). Barilles tops out at 1,028 m above sea level. It is located in Tocopilla, Región de Antofagasta, Chile. The average gradient is 6.0% with a maximum of 13.4%. The climb has 1018 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This HC climb has a very tough first half, with gradients between 7% and 10% over the first 10 km. It eases off gradually in the second part, with gradients of 3% to 5%, giving you a welcome breather after more than 1000 metres of climbing.
Pacing tips:
1. Managing your pace: Start steady to save your legs for the steepest sections (km 2-3 and 4-7), then gradually push harder after the 10th km once the gradient eases.
2. Saving energy: Keep a smooth, consistent cadence (80-90 rpm) on the 6-8% sections so you don't blow up on the 10% ramps.
3. Mental strategy: Break the climb into three chunks: the opening effort (0-5 km), the tough middle section (5-10 km), and the more rolling finish (10-16.9 km). That makes it easier to pace yourself mentally.
16.9 km • 1018 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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