Foding is a climb of 3.0 kilometers (category 1). The climb finishes at 388 m above sea level. It is located in Weihai, 山东省, 中国. The average gradient is 11.4% with a maximum of 19.5%. The climb has 343 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: With 3 km for 343 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 11.4%, this climb more than earns its Category 1 classification. It splits into two tough blocks, KM 1.0-1.5 at 14% and then KM 1.5-2.0 at 16%, the steepest section. KM 2.0-2.5, at 8%, gives you a bit of relief before a brutal finish at KM 2.5-3.0 at 15%. KM 0.0-0.5, at 5%, looks easy, but don't let it tempt you to go out too hard.
Pacing tips:
1. Control your start. Use KM 0.0-0.5 to settle into a steady rhythm and don't dig yourself a hole for no reason.
2. Recover on KM 2.0-2.5. Make the most of the gentler 8% gradient to drink, eat and get your breath back before the final push.
3. Manage KM 1.5-2.0. Stay seated in an easy gear and keep a smooth cadence so you don't blow your legs before the last kilometres.
3.0 km • 343 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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