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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Doris Hartley #872 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Performance at High Elevations Doris Hartley completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in a time of 5:59:33, maneuvering through the challenging 13.36-mile course from an elevation of 6,303 feet to 14,061 feet. Her overall placing was 1433 out of 2049 participants, finishing 507th among female competitors and 26th in her age division, F55-59. Doris began strong, climbing ranks to 821st overall by Hydro Street, demonstrating robust momentum and pacing. As the altitude increased, Doris's pace varied, reaching 10:04 min/mile at Ruxton, eventually slowing to 40:10 min/mile by the finish. Particularly notable splits include the 29:26 min/mile at Bottomless Pit, reflecting the increasing altitude and fatigue impact. Her sustained determination in the final stages, with a split pace of 46:57 min/mile from 0.5 miles to finish, exemplified her resilience. As you prepare for future races, consider pacing strategies that maintain initial speed as elevation gains. Keep pushing your limits!