Vuelta 2019 Favourites stage 16: Finish for diesel-powered climbers
Other than most climbs on La Vuelta the finish climb of the 16th stage is a paragon of a steady ascent. The Alto de La Cubilla climbs in 17.8 kilometres at 6.2% to the line. Who are the favourites to win the stage? (Slideshow route/profile)
Th 16th stage is tailor-made for diesel-powered climbers. Men with stamina. Straight from the start the route hits a sheer endless false flat, which stops after 50 kilometres. Not to descend, but the inclination kicks it up a notch on the Puerto San Lorenzo. This is a climb of 10 kilometres at 8.5%.
Back in the valley, the route enters a second false flat. This time it’s a 10 kilometres prelude to the Alto de la Cobertoria, which is an ascent of 8.3 kilometres at 8.2%.
The same scenario again after the steep descent of the Cobertoria. Another false flat leads onto the 17.8 kilometres climb at 6.2% to the top of the Alto de La Cubilla. If you include the false flat before the actual ascent, the Cubilla amounts to more than 34 kilometres of steady uphills.
It seems that Roglic is untouchable. The Slovenian’s supremacy takes away his rivals appetite to put him to the test. Why bother? He is the best climber on La Vuelta and he is supported by the best team. Possibly, his teammate Robert Gesink is going to continue Jumbo-Visma’s winning streak in Sepp Kuss style. Just go with the breakaway and and grab the opportunity to shine if your assistance is not needed by the leader.
Favourites 16th stage 2019 Vuelta a España
*** Robert Gesink, Mikel Nieve, Felix Großschartner, Dylan Teuns
** Wout Poels, Pierre Latour, Thomas De Gendt, Bruno Armirail
** Primoz Roglic, Alejandro Valverde, Tadej Pogacar
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Vuelta a España 2019 stage 16: profiles
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