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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Randy Sears #1274 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Effort Over Elevation Challenges Randy Sears completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon with an elapsed time of 5:43:26, maintaining an overall pace of 25:42 min/mile. Starting strong, he initially ranked 469th overall. Despite the challenging elevations, climbing from 6303 to over 14000 feet, he navigated these terrains, finishing 1340th out of 2049 participants. His performance, finishing 878th in the open category and 109th in the 45-49 age division, reflects a tenacious effort. Examining Randy's splits, he delivered a consistent performance while adapting to steep ascents. His fastest segment was between Ruxton and Hydro Street with a split pace of 15:13. The most demanding phase was between 1 Mile To Go and the finish, where his pace slowed to 38:33. Improvements might be attained by maintaining momentum through these higher elevation sections. Overall, his ability to endure and complete this arduous trail reflects dedication and resilience.