Mataredonda is a climb of 31.5 kilometers (hors catégorie). Mataredonda tops out at 3,325 m above sea level. It is located in Ubaque, Cundinamarca, Colombia. The average gradient is 6.7% with a maximum of 14.1%. The climb has 2112 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This 31.5 km HC climb is tough because of its big elevation gain (2112m) and its length. The difficulty lies in the uneven profile: after a fairly moderate first section (km 3-9 with gradients of 2 to 4%), the grade ramps up clearly from km 10, with a very brutal stretch between km 24 and 29 (gradients of 7 to 9%). The final section is a little easier, but the cumulative effort is massive.
Effort management tips:
1. Pace yourself early on: Use the first few kilometres, which are less steep (km 3-9), to settle into a sustainable rhythm and save your legs for the crux sections.
2. Be ready for the sections above 8%: Km 12, 24, 26 and 28 are particularly steep. Attack them with a steady cadence and manage your gear carefully so you don't blow up.
3. Manage your effort on the final part: Although the gradient eases after km 29, the accumulated fatigue makes this section tricky. Stay focused and keep your effort steady all the way to the summit.
31.5 km • 2112 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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