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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: George Marchant #2071 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 Strong Placement in Division George Marchant participated in the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, tackling a 13.36-mile course which began at 6303 feet and climbed to an elevation of 14061 feet, completing it in 3:42:30. His overall ranking was 232 out of 2049 participants, and he placed 27th in the Men's 25-29 division, a noteworthy achievement in a competitive field. George showed a strong pace early on, with a quick 9:32 min/mile split at Ruxton. His performance was well-maintained until reaching higher altitudes, specifically at 10250 feet by Barr Camp, where pacing began to slow, averaging 17:10 min/mile. He faced challenging conditions above the tree line, but managed a steady finish. For future races, a focus on maintaining the opening pace in mid-race sections could improve results. Your consistent pacing in an elevation climb is commendable, especially towards the peak where many competitors face a sharp decline in speed.