Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Liz Lierman #66 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Progress in the Ascent Liz Lierman completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in 3:55:11, reflecting a strategic improvement from her previous year's performance. Her elapsed pace was 17:36 min/mile over the 13.36-mile course starting at 6,303 feet and elevating to 14,061 feet. Liz finished 327th overall out of 2,049 participants, placing 68th in the female category and 9th in her F45-49 division. Notably, she shaved off over two minutes from her 2024 performance, which indicates a well-managed pace throughout the ascent. During the race, Liz displayed strong endurance, especially in the final mile to the finish line, where her split time was 11:44 at an altitude of 14,061 feet. This was an improvement over the preceding splits as she maintained composure and managed fatigue effectively. Continued focus on transitioning smoothly through the steep and high-altitude segments could further optimize her overall performance. Keep up the focused progression, Liz!