Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Kristen Griffin #556 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climber with Steady Pace on the Ascent Kristen Griffin, from Omaha, NE, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an elapsed time of 4:31:35 over a distance of 13.36 miles, averaging a pace of 20:19 min/mile. Notably, her performance landed her in the top 16% of her division (F35-39), securing the 33rd spot in a field of 2049 participants. Griffin’s split times illustrate a consistent effort, starting strongly with a 9:03 min/mile pace in the initial segment to Ruxton and maintaining focus throughout the climb. Among the splits, her pace varied as expected with the increase in altitude and terrain difficulty. Between the "A-Frame" and "1.5 Miles To Go," she exhibited a notable shift in placement, temporarily advancing to 389th position overall before finishing strong at 667th. This race highlighted Kristen's resilience and tactical effort to manage the transition from tree line to peak effectively, a key aspect given the demanding elevation.