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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Jesse Raiten #1038 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Start with a Strong Finish Strategy Jesse Raiten completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, covering a challenging 13.36-mile course in 5:34:41 at an average pace of 25:03 minutes per mile. Starting strong, Jesse clocked a 9:50 minute per mile pace at the first split, reaching Ruxton. The pace adjusted as the ascent progressed, marking a split pace of 13:27 minutes by Hydro Street at mile 1.23. Approaching the summit, Jesse faced accumulating challenges. The pace shifted from 21:18 minutes per mile at No Name Creek to 37:28 minutes at 0.5 miles to go, reaching elevations from 6300 to over 14,000 feet. Notably, the final mile was tackled at a 49:43-minute pace, securing a solid finish at 14061 feet. Continuing to focus on managing pacing, especially in earlier segments, can positively impact later split times and lessen the impact of altitude-related challenges. However, the unwavering determination to complete the ascent is commendable.