Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Michele St Clair #867 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 on the Ascent Michele St. Clair from Peyton, CO, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon in 6:12:52. Her average pace was 27:54 minutes per mile over 13.36 miles, earning her 28th place in F55-59 division out of 59. Michele began the race near the front, starting strong with a first split pace of 9:54. Her performance was notably admirable given the altitude difficulties, particularly in the final miles above the tree line. Throughout the race, Michele's performance remained steady. Despite challenging sections which saw her pace slow to 45:40 on the steepest segments, she maintained composure and completed the race. At the halfway point at Barr Camp, she clocked in at 2:31:56, showcasing her resilience. Furthermore, her position shuffled slightly, yet she consistently stayed within a strong cluster in her gender and division throughout. Overall, there's potential for further strategies, particularly focusing on endurance in the high-altitude segments to improve future splits.