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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Thomas Plumb #1532 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Progression and Resilient Climb at High Altitude Thomas Plumb showcased remarkable consistency in his performance at the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon. With an elapsed time of 5:10:40 and an average pace of 23:15 min/mile, Thomas placed 32nd in his division. His race commenced smoothly with a pace of 10:17 min/mile in the initial 0.43 miles to "Ruxton" and he maintained a steady rhythm through mid-race elevation gains, reaching "Barr Camp" at 2:36:37 with a pace under 21 min/mile in previous splits. Despite intensifying elevation challenges in the last three miles above the tree line, where split paces ranged from 25:14 to 30:32 min/mile, Thomas' resilience ensured he crossed the finish line at 14,061 feet elevation. Notably, a pace of 26:59 min/mile was registered shortly before the final stretch. Analyzing these splits, consider potential pacing strategies for maintaining speed as elevation increases. Continue to build on current strengths for future high-altitude events.