Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Mark Wear #1179 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performance Amidst Altitude Climb Mark Wear put forth a solid effort in the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, completing the race in 5:45:42 at an average pace of 25:52 min/mile. The race featured a challenging 13.36-mile course with substantial elevation gain from 6000 to over 14000 feet. Particularly notable was Mark’s strong pace maintenance through the early sections, such as his 11:27 min/mile split at Ruxton. As the race progressed, the difficult conditions were evident in the latter stages. The steep, high-altitude final miles saw slower splits, with the "1 Mile To Go" mark recorded at a 39:58 min/mile pace. While Mark's standing in the O55-59 division fluctuated, he maintained competitive placements throughout the ascent. Analyzing his splits, there is potential to focus on the transition from mid to high-altitude sections to keep the positive momentum rolling.