Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Lymaris Viruet #977 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Improvement on Pikes Peak Lymaris Viruet showcased an impressive performance at the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon. Her overall timing was 4:38:46, marking a reduction from her previous year's time of 4:41:09. Notably, she clocked an average pace of 20:51 min/mile, improving from last year's 21:02 min/mile. Starting strong, Lymaris advanced from 694th at the start to 749th at the finish, demonstrating resilience in a field of 2049 participants. Her placement as the 24th in the F40-44 division was consistent despite the challenging elevation change. Lymaris showed strong pacing in the early segments, achieving a 9:21 min/mile pace at Ruxton. The most significant elevation gain occurred between Hydro Street and the Top of W's, yet her pace remained steady between 17:42 and 17:23 min/mile. The final segment to the finish was notably slower, with a pace of 32:05 min/mile, suggesting potential for refining energy distribution. Continued focus on maintaining a consistent pace, particularly in high-altitude zones, could yield even greater results.