Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Kathleen Canzoneri #1440 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climbers: Steady Progression to the Summit Kathleen Canzoneri finished the Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon with an elapsed time of 4:40:17, covering the 13.36-mile uphill course at an average pace of 20:58 min/mile. Kathleen placed 211th among women and 40th in the F35-39 division. The race began at 6,303 feet, climbing to 14,061 feet, which illustrates the challenging nature of the elevation gain involved. Kathleen started strong, ranking 221st overall at the start, then settled into a steady pace, showing consistent performance by reaching the Barr Camp (7.91 miles) in 2:10:08. Notably, the '1.5 Miles To Go' section saw an impressive jump to 393rd overall, indicating a strong effort in this final stretch. The splits show pace fluctuations, with notable slowdowns above the tree line, such as 'A-Frame' with a pace of 27:02 min/mile. Maintaining momentum in the final miles can create opportunities for improved pacing throughout the ascent.