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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Carolina Hansen #1266 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Effort on a Grueling Ascent Carolina Hansen completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 6:09:22 with an elapsed pace of 27:38 min/mile. Starting strong, she transitioned from the initial flat sections to more aggressive climbs seamlessly. The early part of her race showed promising splits, with an initial split pace at Ruxton of 9:36 min/mile, indicating solid pacing and promising energy reserves. As she tackled steeper and higher altitude sections, such as the ascent to A-Frame at 11,933 feet, her split pace adjusted, peaking at 62:23 min/mile during the 1 Mile To Go segment. Nevertheless, Carolina's placement improved at Barr Camp, moving up to 929th overall, demonstrating a strong middle segment in her race. Maintaining a steady effort across challenging conditions with an overall placement of 33rd in her division, she displayed grit and determination. For future considerations, analyzing the successful splits and adapting strategies could aid in further enhancing ascent efficiency.