Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Matthew Mapes #496 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Ascent Through the Peaks Matthew Mapes demonstrated resilience in the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, clocking an elapsed time of 4:26:18 over a 13.36-mile course. Starting with a brisk pace of 9:12 min/mile at Ruxton, Matthew maintained steady progress with an elapsed pace of 19:55 min/mile overall. His performance indicated a consistent effort through varying elevations, finishing 614th overall in a field of 2049, and 55th in his division (O45-49). Matthew's splits revealed resilience against the increasingly challenging altitude, especially notable in the last three miles. At "1 Mile To Go", he maintained a 26:27 min/mile pace and completed the final 0.5257 miles at 28:22 min/mile pace. A closer focus on adapting to changes in terrain and elevation between Barr Camp and the summit could further enhance his future performances. Maintaining consistent pacing and adapting to the course changes highlight opportunities for Matthew's future success in similar events.