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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Claire Wildman #1373 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Climb with Consistent Effort Claire Wildman from Colorado Springs completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an elapsed time of 5:18:30 over 13.36 miles. Her average pace was 23:50 minutes per mile. Claire placed 1154th overall out of 2049 participants, 363rd in the female category, and 42nd in the F25-29 division. Claire's pace was strongest early on, with an impressive 9:48 per mile to Ruxton. Her position peaked at 420 overall. As the course ascended, Claire's pace gradually slowed, particularly noticeable beyond the tree line, decreasing to 37:19 minutes per mile in the final split. She maintained a consistent effort throughout, which was evident from the stable progression in her division rankings. The challenge lay in the higher altitude sections, which saw a notable drop in pace. Prioritizing hill training and adapting to altitude conditions could fine-tune her performance in future races.