Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Mason Hadley #910 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Climb at Pikes Peak Ascent Mason Hadley completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 5:06:27 over a 13.36-mile course. Starting at 6303 feet, Mason tackled a significant elevation gain, finishing at 14,061 feet. His pace at the start was a swift 8:05 min/mile at Ruxton, highlighting good initial speed. However, the altitude and terrain influenced his pace, as seen with a gradual slowdown to a 39:43 min/mile pace by the finish line. Despite the increasing challenge of elevation, Mason maintained determination, ultimately ranking 127th in his age division. Reviewing the split times offers insights into the race dynamics. The transition after Hydro Street to Top of W's saw pace shifts from 11:17 to 18:27 min/mile, demonstrating the impact of the climb. Keeping a steady progress through the later stages was notable, even as pacing dropped to as low as 36:22 min/mile near the summit. Balance pacing strategies for segment improvements in future races.