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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Alejandro Alvarez #1976 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 a Grueling Climb Alejandro Alvarez finished the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with a total time of 6:10:11, navigating a challenging 13.36 miles with an average pace of 27:42 min/mile. Starting strong, he was in the top third at the beginning, with an impressive early pace of 10:41 min/mile at the Ruxton station. However, the ascent saw a predictable slow down, especially in the high-altitude sections, evident at the Bottomless Pit where the pace decreased to 40:32 min/mile. Despite the deceleration, Alejandro maintained a determined pace and secured position 143 in his division. Key takeaways include his ability to manage a steady effort through the significant elevation gain. The marked improvement near "1.5 Miles To Go," jumping to a division place of 84, before settling, suggests potential for more strategic pacing in future ascents. The trial across this treacherous climb demands fine-tuning pacing strategies to optimize endurance amidst progressive fatigue.