Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Jason Oraker #883 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Jason's Progress Shows Marked Improvement Jason Oraker completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 4:39:07, reducing his pace from 22:12 min/mile in 2024 to 20:53 min/mile. He climbed from 849th to 755th place overall between the two races, marking a notable improvement. His performance in the O45-49 division also improved, advancing from 73rd to 67th place. Compared to over 2000 participants, these advancements are commendable. Jason demonstrated consistent pacing early in the race, with a quick start that moved him from 1452nd place to 1024th by the Ruxton check. His splits demonstrate tactical pacing, particularly excelling until Barr Camp. The final mile was his slowest at 30:47 min/mile, reflecting the demands of the increased elevation at 14,061 feet. Continued focus on adapting to high-altitude conditions might yield further improvements in his performance.