Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Grace Kruse #1452 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Progression Marked by Strategic Adjustments Grace Kruse tackled the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with a keen eye on her pacing strategy. She completed the 13.36-mile course in 5:33:30, securing the 48th spot in the F25-29 division. Her average pace was 24:57 min/mile. Noteworthy performance occurs between the 6.05 and 7.91-mile mark, where Grace improved her pacing to 15:33 min/mile. This segment, known as Barr Camp, indicates a strong mid-race adjustment, which helped re-establish momentum. Above the tree line, Grace faced increased challenges; her pace ranged from 19:51 to 37:47 min/mile from the last half mile to the summit. Despite the fatigue factors and elevation impact, she maintained composure through slow but steady increments. Grace's 417th place in the female category of 2049 total participants highlights her determination. Focusing on split time efficiencies and optimizing the initial uphill segments could enhance her next performance even further.