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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Berton Hestroffer Jr #2067 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Pace Management in Elevation Challenges Berton Hestroffer Jr completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 6:03:26. In the Open category, he secured the 943rd position out of 2049 participants. Particularly noteworthy is his 55th finish in the O60-64 division, showcasing his strong placement amongst peers. His overall pace was 27:12 minutes per mile across the 13.36-mile course. Berton started with a strong 11:20 minute/mile pace at Ruxton. His pace strategically adapted to the increasing altitude, maintaining a challenging yet consistent pace above 10,000 feet, as shown with 17:14 per mile near Barr Camp at 10,250 feet. Acknowledging the difficulty of the final ascent, his pace understandably slowed to 40:20 minutes per mile near the summit. Focusing on training at altitude could enhance endurance above tree line, improving split times on similar terrain.