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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Eroica Davis #1910 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 Amidst High Altitude Challenges Eroica Davis, at age 43, delivered a steadfast performance during the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, completing the 13.36-mile race in 6 hours, 42 minutes, and 40 seconds. She maintained a balanced pace of 30:08 minutes per mile on this grueling ascent. Among a total of 2049 participants, Eroica secured the 1617th spot overall and was 605th among female competitors. In her challenging F40-44 division, she finished 94th. Monitoring Eroica's splits reveals noteworthy consistency and resilience. Initial pacing near Ruxton showed a quick 12:28 min/mile, while exhausting stretches such as the "1 Mile To Go" mark noted a significant slowdown to 47:03 min/mile. The final push from "0.5 Miles To Go" to the finish line reflected a determined effort despite high fatigue and elevation, finishing the segment with a pace of 52:27 min/mile. There’s potential for speed strategy adjustments, particularly in steeper sections.