How to manage the Gineste climb on the Marseille–Cassis?

The climb that makes the Marseille–Cassis legendary
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How to manage the Gineste climb on the Marseille–Cassis?

To manage the climb of the Gineste on the Marseille–Cassis, don’t burn yourself out: the road starts rising from Luminy (km 5) up to the pass, perched at 327 m at km 10. Shorten your stride in the bends, without looking at your watch. Save some in the tank for the false flat at Carpiagne: on the Marseille–Cassis, this 20 km is often won after the summit.