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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Travis Molinari #1009 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performance in Grueling Conditions Travis Molinari tackled the Pike's Peak Ascent with an admirable resolve, taking on 13.36 miles in an elapsed time of 4:22:01. At an average pace of 19:36 min/mile, the challenge of climbing from 6000 to 14000 feet was evident. He maintained a steady performance, starting strong with a fast pace of 9:07 min/mile at the first split, Ruxton, moving up three positions in his division by the time he reached the 6.05-mile mark at 7.8 Summit. Despite slowing in the last three miles as expected due to increased elevation, Travis efficiently climbed to the finish, elevating his overall place from 767 at Hydro Street to 567 at the end. While the drop in pace was noticeable in the last stages, averaging around 25-26 min/mile, his division position improved from 111 at Hydro Street to 71 by race end, showcasing endurance amidst daunting conditions. Consider focusing on strategies to sustain pacing across high-altitude stretches to further optimize future performances.