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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Mike Gile #821 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 Altitude Challenges Mike Gile completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, covering a distance of 13.36 miles with an elapsed time of 5:20:48 and an overall pace of 24:00 minutes per mile. This performance is in line with his previous year's results, where he concluded the race with a time of 5:13:45 and a slightly faster pace of 23:29 minutes per mile. His results show consistency, maintaining his position despite a slight decrease in his pace due to challenging altitude conditions, indicating steadiness in his approach. Analyzing Mike's splits, his early moving pace was strong, starting with a 9:32 minutes per mile between the start and Ruxton. However, as the elevation increased with notable steepness past Barr Camp, his pace slowed, with the final half mile completed at a pace of 37:58 minutes per mile. Despite this, Mike's consistent efforts to maintain his overall positions within the division and gender categories demonstrate his resilience and determination on the course.