Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Katie Kimball #1315 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climb Performance with a Strong Finish Katie Kimball's performance in the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent was a display of strategic pacing and strength. She finished the 13.36-mile course in 4:50:00, with an average pace of 21:42 min/mile. Notably, Katie started from the 1144th position overall, improving her position to finish 868th out of 2049 participants. Her determination helped her rank 244th in her gender and 38th in the F30-34 division. A closer look at her splits shows an impressive initial pace at Ruxton, clocking in 9:39 min/mile for the first 0.43 miles. Although the pace slowed with altitude, Katie maintained a steady performance and strategic positioning, particularly maintaining a strong rank between the 12.31-mile mark (1 Mile to Go) and the finish. Despite the increased elevation nearing 14,000 feet, her splits were consistent in the challenging final miles of the ascent, showcasing her resilience and focus.