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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Shawn OBrien #1144 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistency Across Altitude Gain Shawn O'Brien completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with a commendable elapsed time of 4:16:23. Beginning strong at Ruxton with a split pace of 8:11 min/mile, Shawn progressed to Hydro Street with a slight deceleration to 9:37 min/mile. Notably, as the elevation increased, his pace at challenging segments like Barr Camp was measured at 16:36 min/mile. As the race continued above the tree line, Shawn’s pacing adjustments were evident. By the segment "1 Mile To Go", the split pace was recorded at 25:38 min/mile, reflecting the demanding conditions. Reaching the finish at Pike’s Peak elevation of 14,061 feet, Shawn maintained a consistent effort, ending with a final mile pace of 27:33 min/mile. Exploring training adaptations for high-altitude running and changes in pacing strategies could enhance performance in future altitudinal races. great job navigating this elevation challenge!