Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Jenny Allard #1450 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Impressive Mid-Race Surge and Elevation Gains Jenny Allard completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon with an elapsed time of 5:06:41, averaging a pace of 22:57 min/mile over 13.36 miles. She achieved a significant elevation gain, starting at 6,303 feet and reaching the peak at 14,061 feet. Jenny began the race in position 1565 overall and successfully moved up the ranks, improving her placement by 520 positions to finish 1045 out of 2049 participants. Analyzing the splits reveals Jenny's strongest performance between distances of 1.23 to 4.48 miles, with split paces consistently in the 20-minute range. Her advancement in the F55-59 division was impressive, moving from 30th at the start to 12th by the end. The final three miles were understandably slower due to the altitude and steep incline, with split paces increasing up to 32:56 min/mile. Her ability to maintain steady progress showcases her endurance and strategic pacing skills.