Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Jo Cinter #772 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Impressive Finish with Steady Climb Jo Cinter completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 5:17:09, covering a total distance of 13.36 miles at an average pace of 23:44 min/mile. Placing 13th in the F55-59 division, Jo demonstrated consistent pacing from the start line at 6303 feet to the challenging finish at 14061 feet. Throughout the race, she maintained a steady pace and showed improvement at several higher elevation checkpoints. Notably, her initial splits were promising, with positive performances at Ruxton (10:02 min/mile) and Hydro Street (12:49 min/mile). Her performance was particularly commendable given the slower segments during the last stretch. The 0.5 Mile to Go segment saw a 31:02 min/mile pace, highlighting the race's more challenging sections at high altitude. By focusing on maintaining energy through these final stages, Jo secured a strong overall finish in a competitive field. For future races, consider strategies to manage these last challenging miles more effectively.