Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Mark Harrington #1476 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Improvement and Endurance Shown at High Altitude Mark Harrington, running in the Pikes Peak Ascent, demonstrated commendable progress and strong endurance at age 50. He completed the 13.36-mile race in 5:04:11, improving his time by over 18 minutes from his previous race in 2024. His average pace of 22:46 per mile shows a notable advancement from his earlier pace of 24:08 per mile. Particularly impressive was his consistency throughout the grueling final three miles above tree line, maintaining determination despite the steep elevation. Analyzing the splits, Mark's consistency from landmark to landmark shows a balanced effort. His pace held steady from the early 10:22 min/mile at Ruxton to 34:30 min/mile as he neared the finish. With a prominent 67th placement in the O50-54 division, Mark has room to optimize his strengths in the challenging segments. Adjusting his strategy through varying terrain could yield even better results in future races.