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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Shane Kirkbride #1117 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performances in Challenging Conditions Shane Kirkbride completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an elapsed time of 4:14:41, covering a distance of 13.36 miles. His overall pace for the race was 19:03 minutes per mile. Shane began strong, with a 9:23-minute mile split at Ruxton and steadily maintained his effort through the mid-race. By Hydro Street, he improved his standing considerably, jumping to 499th overall position from 847th at the start. As the elevation increased, Shane's split paces gradually slowed, with notable shifts beginning at Bottomless Pit, where he logged a 20:44 split pace. His final stretch from 0.5 miles to the finish line was completed in 14:48, with a pace of 28:10 per mile. Shane's consistency in placement within the Open 45-49 division shows steady performance, maintaining between 35th and 46th place throughout the race. The ability to maintain composure and pace in tough sections can be further enhanced for future races.