Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Ginette McKay #1162 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Significant Improvement Over Previous Year Ginette McKay completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with a final time of 6:03:55, improving her prior year's time by nearly 52 minutes. Her pace of 27:14 min/mile this year shows a remarkable progress from her earlier pace of 31:08 min/mile. Despite high elevation challenges, her strategic pacing contributed to consistent performance across various segments of the race. Notably, Ginette advanced her position within her age division (F45-49) from 81st to 72nd this year. Her effort in the early stages, notably at Hydro Street with a split pace of 13:50, set a strong momentum that helped her navigate through the rigorous elevation shifts. The final stretch, "Finish," recorded a split pace of 43:05, which suggests potential areas to build endurance as she transitions through higher elevations. Recognizing this pattern, focusing on altitude acclimatization and strength training could enhance her performance in future races.