Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Isabel Rinkenberger #733 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Progress with Significant Finish Gains Isabel Rinkenberger completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 4:18:32 and an average pace of 19:21 min/mile. Notably, she managed to improve her overall position at the finish line from 493 in 2024 to 540 this year, indicating a readiness to tackle this demanding race once more. Her progress from the start was noticeable, as she effectively moved up the ranks during early segments like the initial climb to Ruxton, where her placement improved to 498 position overall. Most impressive was her strategy and endurance as she navigated the highest elevation challenges. After the 2-mile mark, she maintained consistent timing, seen in the harsh split conditions at "1 Mile To Go" with a split pace of 27:16. Analyzing her splits reveals room to enhance speed control, particularly between "A-Frame" and "Finish," where altitude impacted her perseverance. Continuing this momentum will be critical for future races.