Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Scott Kozlak #776 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Ascent in High Elevations Scott Kozlak completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an elapsed time of 4:44:28, maintaining an overall pace of 21:17 min/mile over the 13.36 miles. Starting strong, he quickly improved from 1,259th to 801st overall within the first Ruxton segment with a swift pace of 9:36 min/mile. The terrain challenged endurance with progressive elevation reaching a peak of 14,061 feet at the finish line. Maintaining consistent effort, Scott's place varied slightly throughout the race, peaking at 719th in the "0.5 Miles To Go" section. His overall division rank improved from 112th to 96th by the finish. The final stretch, especially past the tree line, saw his pace slow, with the last split at 36:25 min/mile. Scott's ability to climb from a difficult start and ascend through the rankings showcases a steady and determined performance across high altitude and challenging splits. Consider focusing on lowering split times in future endeavors above 10,000 feet.