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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Mikel Anton Gonzalez #246 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Start and Consistency in the Climb Mikel Anton Gonzalez delivered a solid performance in the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, with a total time of 3:24:50 over a distance of 13.36 miles. Impressively, he secured 4th place in his age division (O45-49), demonstrating strong capability among peers. Mikel started with an excellent pace of 6:30 min/mile at Ruxton, rising swiftly to top the age division. Throughout the race, his performance was marked by steady progress despite increasing elevation. Particularly notable was his ability to maintain a consistent position between 3rd and 5th in his division during the race's most challenging segments. The final three miles, located above the tree line, indicate a slight deceleration, with paces ranging from 19:24 to 23:48 min/mile. Focusing on altitude conditioning and elevation pacing could assist in managing these sections more efficiently. Overall, maintaining solid rankings and consistent pacing affirms Mikel's well-executed strategy.