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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Bill Wilson #1618 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climb at High Altitude Bill Wilson, age 57 from Little Rock, tackled the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in an elapsed time of 6:22:52, covering 13.36 miles at a pace of 28:39 min/mile. Starting at an elevation of 6,303 feet and climbing to 14,061 feet, Bill finished 1577th overall out of 2,049 participants. Throughout the ascent, Bill's pace varied, starting strong at a 13:30 min/mile by Ruxton and slowing in the later stages, especially after Barr Camp. In the last challenging stretch, the pace understandably decreased, with a split pace of 42:11 min/mile in the final half mile. One notable segment was between A-Frame and 2.5 Miles To Go, where he maintained a steady pace, indicating endurance at altitudes above 12,000 feet. Solidifying his journey, Bill secured 61st in his division (O55-59), displaying tenacity and determination. Consider monitoring effort distribution across splits for potential small adjustments.