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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: David Mulligan #899 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climb Performance at High Altitude David Mulligan completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in 6:20:40. Starting at an elevation of 6,303 feet and climbing to 14,061 feet, David maintained a steady performance throughout the half marathon. He placed 64th in his age division on his way up to the peak. His elapsed pace averaged 28:29 min/mile across the challenging 13.36-mile course. David's performance at different checkpoints shows a solid overall effort. The split pace at the Ruxton checkpoint of 10:40 min/mile was his fastest segment. The influenced pacing became evident towards higher elevation, notably at the "Bottomless Pit" with a split pace of 44:15 min/mile and "1 Mile To Go" at 51:45 min/mile. Despite slowing a bit over the later miles, he demonstrated good endurance making it to the finish line. He advanced from 73rd to 64th in his age group from start to finish, showcasing resilience against the altitude.