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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Justin Bell #878 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performance Amidst Adversity Justin Bell's journey at the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent was marked by a strong start and steady persistence. Clocking an overall elapsed time of 3:48:09 over 13.36 miles, Justin maintained an average pace of 17:04 min/mile. Notably, he gained significant ground early, improving his placement from 624th at the start to 432nd by Ruxton with a swift split pace of 8:35 min/mile for the initial 0.43 miles. Climbing higher, at Hydro Street's elevation of 6649 feet, Justin continued to refine his position, moving up to 391st overall and 310th in gender. His journey past the halfway mark reflected the race’s demanding nature, with the splits showing a gradual increase in time as altitude rose. From Barr Camp at 10250 feet to A-Frame at 11934 feet, the pace varied between 15:00 and 20:14 min/mile. The final miles, topping off at 14061 feet, were tackled with a focused endurance. Despite the tough conditions, Justin completed the race 218th in the open gender category and 35th in his division. Consistently engaging with the elevation changes, emphasizing sustained effort in the final ascent, is key for future races.