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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: David Dominguese #748 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 Despite Altitude Challenges David Dominguese completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 5:28:42 at an average pace of 24:36 per mile. Starting strong, David quickly adjusted from his initial pace of 9:49 per mile at Ruxton to a more sustainable pace as the elevation increased. Notably, by the time he reached the Top of W's at 3.2 miles, his pace was at 18:17 per mile. The final three miles proved particularly difficult, with split paces slowing significantly from 35:28 to 44:44 per mile between the checkpoints from "2 Miles To Go" to the “Finish” at an altitude of 14,061 feet. Consistency early on was key, and while there was a steady decline in speed, the effort was commendable under high-altitude conditions. Analyzing pacing strategy in the flatter early stages could allow for a more even distribution of energy throughout the race.