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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Kiley Cahill #1603 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Mid-Race Pacing with a Tough Finish Kiley Cahill completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in 5:35:52, covering 13.36 miles. Her average pace was 25:08 min/mile, landing her 76th in her division. From the start, Cahill improved her position, moving from 101st to 76th in her age group by the finish. Her strongest pacing was early on, with a commendable split pace of 13:19 min/mile at Hydro Street. Significant altitude changes affected pacing, with Cahill experiencing noticeable slowing in the latter stages above the tree line. For instance, going from Bottomless Pit to A-Frame, her pace averaged 30:50 min/mile. The most considerable challenge was the final three miles, where her pace dropped to 40:33 min/mile at the final stretch. Bolstering her stamina in high-altitude portions could sharpen her performance next time. Her performance in the middle section, particularly around Barr Camp with a 16:11 min/mile pace, demonstrates her potential.