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Route · South-west

Big Almaty Lake

The main fitness check: a long climb toward Big Almaty Lake and a fast descent back into the city.

Distance
85 km
Climb
1,600 m
Level
Advanced
Profile
Long climb
Esri · Maxar

How to ride this route

01

Before the start

Arrive with time to spare: check tyre pressure, water, lights and confirm the group that matches your level.

Esentai / Al-Farabi
02

Main work

Steady tempo uphill

Long climb
03

Route risk

Water before the climb, careful descent

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