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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Karen Gilland #1325 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climb Elevates Performance Karen Gilland completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon in a respectable 4:52:17. The race spanned 13.36 miles and ended at an elevation of 14,061 feet. With a steady average pace of 21:52 minutes per mile, she ascended from 8th in her division among females aged 55-59. Throughout the race, Karen showed a remarkable ability to maintain or improve her divisional standing despite the challenging conditions. Her pacing strategy was evident from the beginning, with the initial split at Ruxton, where she posted a 10:54 pace, We saw a significant overall position improvement from 1218th at the start to 905th by the finish line. Despite the elevation gain, Karen steadily gained ground in her division, performing exceptionally well in the later stages, especially from "1.5 Miles To Go" where she secured her 6th place in the division momentarily, showcasing endurance in the most strenuous segments of the course.