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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Hannah Weppner #727 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 with a Strong Finish Hannah Weppner showcased steady progress in the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon. Starting from 690th place at the beginning, she climbed to 400th overall by the finish, marking a remarkable improvement through the course. Her split time from the start to Ruxton segment was 4:05 minutes at a pace of 9:29, setting a dynamic early tone. As expected, the higher altitudes presented challenges, illustrated by the 25:26 min/mile pace over the final half mile to the summit. The steady improvement in placing is evident in her female division, advancing from 32nd at the start to finishing 10th. Her best pacing was observed between miles 4.48 and 6.05, clocking 14:12 min/mile. While the last three miles saw increased paces due to the elevation gain, achieving a final ranking of 90th in the women's category is a testament to her strength and endurance under tough conditions. Adjusting pacing strategy for those final miles could potentially enhance future performance.