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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Ryan Hart #1056 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Journey Despite Elevation Challenges Ryan Hart completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with a final time of 4:23:44, covering 13.36 miles at an average pace of 19:44 per mile. The high-altitude course, starting at 6,303 feet and reaching over 14,000 feet, presented significant challenges. Despite the elevation gain, Ryan displayed consistency in pacing during the early phases, moving from a 9:29 pace at Ruxton to a 11:13 pace by Hydro Street. Improvement was evident as Ryan advanced through the ranks, notably from 1112th place at Start to 587th at the Finish. As expected, paces slowed above the tree line, reflecting adaptation to the high-altitude environment. From A-Frame on, paces ranged from 21:51 to 28:04, with notable resilience shown by maintaining position in the competitive 40-44 age division. Focusing on incrementally adapting to elevation challenges could further enhance future performances. Overall, a commendable performance in a demanding race.