Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Charles Cromwell #1139 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Effort on a Tough Course Charles Cromwell completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 4:38:00, achieving an overall place of 737 out of 2049 participants. Competing in the O55-59 division, he secured the 23rd spot, tackling the 13.36-mile course with an average pace of 20:48 min/mile. The elevation ranged from 6303 to 14061 feet, highlighting the significant elevation gain throughout the race. Noteworthy aspects of Charles’s race include an impressive start where he ranked 3rd in his division. His split pace showed varying levels of adaptation to the terrain, such as a strong pace of 13:30 min/mile at Barr Camp and a considerable challenge above the tree line with a 29:39 min/mile pace toward the finish. Charles maintained a steady effort throughout, indicating potential for pacing strategy enhancements in high-altitude segments, particularly during the final miles above 12000 feet.