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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Tara Sutton #1807 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Climbs and Persistent Strides Tara Sutton, age 42 from Winfield, KS, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 6:22:42, with an impressive determination over 13.36 miles. Her average pace was 28:38 min/mile. Starting strong at Ruxton with a pace of 11:48 min/mile, she maintained a steady increase in elevation and pace. Notable shifts occurred after Barr Camp (2:38:05 elapsed time), where the climbing pace slowed to 44:11 min/mile at Bottomless Pit. Her resilience showed in the high-altitude challenges, particularly with the stabilization between 1.5 Miles To Go and the Finish, where her pace varied from 44:51 to 41:45 min/mile, surpassing an elevation of 14000 feet. While her initial placements saw a competitive standing, larger gaps emerged around A-Frame and beyond. Consider focusing on consistent pacing in late stages and adapting dynamically to high-altitude conditions for future races. Congratulations on completing this ascent with great persistence.