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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Rhett Jones #451 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 at High Altitude Rhett Jones tackled the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with impressive persistence. Covering 13.36 miles with an elapsed time of 4:58:09, his average pace was 22:19 per mile. Rhett secured the 21st position in the 16-19 age division, highlighting his tenacity. His initial pace of 7:57 at the Ruxton split positioned him strongly at 12th in his division, showcasing a solid start. Elevation steadily increased, impacting his pace, yet he retained a steady footing throughout the high-altitude segments. Comparing his performance to the previous year’s race, Rhett took longer to complete the ascent but maintained determination. He faced the most significant challenge in high-altitude sections, where split paces reached upward of 30:18 per mile near the summit. Encouraging aspects of his race included a brief resurgence at the 1.5 miles to go mark, improving his division placement. Moving forward, focusing on high-altitude training and pacing strategy could benefit his future endeavors.