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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Kristen Ramsey #1150 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 Yields Strong Climb Kristen Ramsey completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 4:47:52, achieving an overall place of 846 out of 2049 participants. Her average pace was 21:32 per mile across the 13.36 miles, reflecting the steep elevation gain from 6,303 feet to over 14,000 feet at the summit. Kristen started strong, taking only 3:50 for the first 0.43 miles at a swift 8:56 pace and initially ranked 255th overall. The first segment showcased a focused and effective start. As expected with a race of this nature, Kristen experienced a steady increase in split times as the elevation and distance progressed. Notably, the mile split from A-Frame to 1 Mile To Go saw a significant reduction in pace to 29:08 minutes per mile, but she managed to recover and improve in subsequent splits. To enhance performance, emphasis on pacing strategies could be beneficial in maintaining consistent energy levels throughout the ascent.