Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Robert Hamilton #813 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 at High Elevation Robert Hamilton completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an elapsed time of 5:19:46 over a distance of 13.36 miles, which equates to an average pace of 23:56 min/mile. He finished 1163rd overall out of 2049 participants, and 799th in his gender category. His division placement was 133rd in the O35-39 category. Comparing this year's result with his 2024 performance, Robert's time increased from 4:27:40 to 5:19:46, and his overall place changed from 558th to 1163rd. The splits reveal a consistent slowing of pace as elevation increased, particularly noticeable in the final miles above the tree line, such as the "1 Mile to Go" marker where his pace was 34:42 min/mile. While the course and conditions vary, reviewing pacing strategies for high-elevation segments may provide opportunities to refine his approach in future races. Keep building on this solid foundation.