Heshu Ling is a climb of 10.9 kilometers (hors catégorie). The climb finishes at 809 m above sea level. It is located in Yingtan, 江西省, 中国. The average gradient is 6.1% with a maximum of 12.5%. The climb has 663 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: At 10.9 km, with an average gradient of 6.1% and 663 m of climbing, the ascent of 荷树岭 from Tangjia is logically rated HC. The start is deceptive: between km 1.0 and km 2.0, the road is virtually flat (0%), which gives you time to settle into a rhythm before the real work begins. The difficulty then concentrates in the second half, with a stretch at 8% (km 5.0-6.0), followed by the toughest section at 10% (km 8.0-9.0), and a finish at 7% (km 10.0-10.9). This irregular profile offers no real respite and grinds down your legs over the long haul.
Tips for the effort:
1. Make the most of the false flat at the start Use the 0% section from km 1.0-2.0 to find your rhythm, take on fluids, and check your gear ratio before you hit the climb proper.
2. Pace yourself on the 8% section On the km 5.0-6.0 stretch, don't go out too hard. Keep a smooth cadence and stay in control so you have something left for what comes next.
3. Prepare for the 10% ramp Before km 8.0-9.0, fuel up and stay seated with your arms relaxed, so you tackle the 7% finish (km 10.0-10.9) with plenty left in the tank.
10.9 km • 663 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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