Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Robert Elliott #498 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Impressive Climb up Pikes Peak for Age Group Competitor Robert Elliott, a 56-year-old from Austin, TX, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 4:17:12, covering the 13.36 miles at an average pace of 19:15 min/mile. He secured the 16th position in his O55-59 age division, demonstrating notable consistency in his performance. Robert's standing improved significantly after the initial start, moving from 53rd to consistently around the 13th or 14th position in his division until the final push to the summit. His performance at the first checkpoint was particularly strong, with a pace of 8:37 min/mile, indicating a well-managed start. As expected, the pace increased notably as he ascended to higher altitudes, with the final split pace recorded at 28:51 min/mile. Elevations ranged from 6303 feet at the start to 14061 feet at the finish, a significant variable affecting pace. Future training at altitude and progressive incline intervals could benefit his adaptation to the final miles above the tree line.