Elevation Gain Rate Rechner — Formel

## What Is VAM?

### Definition

VAM stands for *Velocita Ascensionale Media* (Average Ascent Speed). It measures how fast you gain elevation.

### Formula

**VAM = Elevation Gain (m) / Time (hours)**

### Benchmarks

| Activity | Typical VAM |
|----------|------------|
| Hiking (moderate) | 300-500 m/hr |
| Hiking (fast/fit) | 500-800 m/hr |
| Cycling (recreational) | 600-900 m/hr |
| Cycling (pro) | 1,500-1,800 m/hr |
| Trail running | 600-1,200 m/hr |
| Mountaineering | 200-400 m/hr |

Lösungsbeispiel

Gained 3,000 ft in 90 minutes of climbing.

  1. Elevation in meters = 3000 x 0.3048 = 914 m.
  2. Time in hours = 90 / 60 = 1.5 hours.
  3. VAM = 914 / 1.5 = 610 m/hr.
  4. Feet per hour = 3000 / 1.5 = 2000 ft/hr.