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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Eric Miller #1218 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Eric Miller's Strong Climb on Pikes Peak Eric Miller completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon with an elapsed time of 4:26:16, achieving an average pace of 19:55 minutes per mile. Despite starting strong with a swift 8:59 min/mile pace at Ruxton, the demanding altitude saw his pace gradually slow, especially in the final miles above the tree line. Notably, Eric covered the last 0.52 miles at a pace of 30:11 min/mile, reaching the summit at 14,061 feet. His rankings improved over certain segments, moving from 690th at Top of W's to 546th at 1 Mile To Go. He showed strength at both No Name Creek and Barr Camp sections. While tackling the Pikes Peak ascent, considering strategies to manage pace more consistently between 10,000 and 12,000 feet might enhance future performances.