Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Rich Goodwin #1012 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Performance with a Strong Finish Rich Goodwin, 66, from Colorado Springs, CO, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 4:40:14, maintaining an average pace of 20:58 min/mile over the 13.36-mile course. Starting from 1498th position overall, Goodwin improved consistently to finish in 767th place overall, illustrating a steady climb through the ranks. Notably, he placed 10th in his O65-69 division out of a total field of 2049 participants. Rich demonstrated resilience in the race's varied elevations, starting at an altitude of 6303 feet and ultimately finishing at 14061 feet. His split paces ranged from 10:13 min/mile during his Ruxton segment to 32:17 min/mile nearing the challenging finish. The steady climb, notably improving positions to 404th at "1.5 Miles To Go," points to a well-managed effort despite increasingly difficult conditions. Continuing to work on pacing consistency at higher altitudes could further enhance future performance.