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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: David Abrahamson #780 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 in the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent David Abrahamson demonstrated perseverance in the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon, completing the challenging 13.36-mile course in 5:08:06 with an average pace of 23:03 min/mile. His journey saw an elevation gain from 6,303 feet to 14,061 feet, highlighting his steady determination in the face of increasing altitude and slope. Notable sections of David's race included reaching the '7.8 Summit' checkpoint at 9,461 feet by 1:40:30, placing 10th in his division at this juncture. Although the pace varied as altitude increased, he maintained a resilient effort. The final 0.5257-mile leg was covered in 18:41 at a pace of 35:34 min/mile, still securing the 20th position in the O65-69 division. David's strength is evident in his ability to stay consistent. Analyzing pacing in the final miles might provide insights for future strategies in high-altitude endurance races.