Dalongdong Yakou is a climb of 5.6 kilometers (category 1). The climb finishes at 2,362 m above sea level. It is located in Xishan, 云南省, 中国. The average gradient is 4.6% with a maximum of 11.1%. The climb has 260 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: At 5.6 km for 260 m of elevation gain and an average gradient of 4.6%, this Category 1 climb demands sustained effort from bottom to top. The hardest section lies between 2.5 and 3.0 km, with a 9% gradient, preceded by a 7% stretch between 0.5 and 1.0 km. Between 1.0 and 2.5 km, the gradient varies between 4% and 6%, with no real respite. The final section, between 5.0 and 5.5 km, is virtually flat (0%).
Tips for managing the effort:
1. Save your legs from the start In the first few kilometres (0.0 to 0.5 km at 4%), settle into a steady rhythm so you reach the 7% section with something left in the tank.
2. Prepare for the 9% ramp Between 2.5 and 3.0 km, shift to a lighter gear, stay seated and keep a smooth cadence to spare your legs.
3. Use the flat final section to recover Between 5.0 and 5.5 km, the zero gradient is your chance to drink, eat something and rebuild your effort for the summit.
5.6 km • 260 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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