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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Thierry Carriere #539 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistency and Endurance on the High Altitude Climb Thierry Carriere completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in 4 hours, 1 minute, and 27 seconds, covering 13.36 miles with an average pace of 18:04 minutes per mile. In the Men's 50-54 division, Thierry secured a commendable 17th place among his peers. Starting strong, his split at the Ruxton checkpoint was a swift 9:00 minutes per mile over a distance of 0.43 miles. As Thierry ascended, pace adjustments were necessary due to the increasing elevation and terrain difficulty. Notably, at "1.5 Miles To Go," Thierry demonstrated a resilient split pace of 24:21 minutes per mile. Thierry's position improved significantly after overcoming the steep challenges near "1.5 Miles To Go," a testament to his endurance and strategic pacing. From being at 365th place at "1 Mile To Go," he gained positions, concluding the ascent in 17th place within his division. This transition reflects a strong consistency and the ability to push through during the challenging segments of the race. Developing strategies to maintain energy levels in the initial stages, while enhancing pacing consistency in future races, could potentially yield even better results.