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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Tom Marcotte #785 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Pace Throughout the Ascent Tom Marcotte from Colorado Springs completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon with an elapsed time of 4:59:56. Starting strong, he moved up from his initial position of 1355 to 750 by the Ruxton checkpoint, demonstrating a quick early pace at 9:30 per mile. His overall pace of 22:27 per mile shows a consistent effort over the entire course, with his best paces occurring between Ruxton and Hydro Street, before naturally slowing due to altitude changes. The challenges presented in the final miles saw Tom pacing at a high altitude with splits approaching 34:00 min/mile as he climbed to 14,061 feet. His performance in the O45-49 division saw him finishing 90th out of 102 participants in his age group. Focusing on maintaining a steady pace, particularly in high-altitude sections, could enhance performance and elevate future standings. Overall, this race was a commendable effort in a demanding environment.