Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Bob Basse #593 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Remarkable Elevation Performance for Bob Basse at Pikes Peak Ascent Bob Basse, a 70-year-old from Denver, CO, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an impressive time of 4:34:28, achieving a pace of 20:32 min/mile. Among 2049 participants, Bob placed 705th overall and an impressive 3rd in the O70-74 division. Notably, Bob improved his previous year's performance by reducing his overall time by 17 minutes and 47 seconds, a significant achievement demonstrating his continued dedication and resilience at high altitudes. Bob’s splits reflect consistent pacing through the mid-point of the course, particularly between "No Name Creek" and "Barr Camp," maintaining a pace under 18 minutes per mile. Progress through later stages above 12,000 feet showed steady determination, though times naturally slowed due to altitude and incline, particularly between "1.5 Miles To Go" and the finish. In future races, emphasizing strong uphill strategies could help capitalize further on his already strong pace and divided placement.