Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Sarah Grant #59 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climb and Strong Finish Sarah maintained a consistent pace throughout the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon. Beginning with an impressive 7:12 min/mile pace at Ruxton, she secured the fifth position in her division early on. Her steady pace was evident as she reached the 7.8 Summit split in 1:26:46, achieving an overall position of 370 with a pace of 13:36 min/mile. The final miles saw a predictable decrease in pace as Sarah traversed above the tree line, finishing with a split of 24:49 min/mile at the summit. Despite the challenges, she secured a strong 7th place in her division (F35-39) and was the 55th female overall. Her final elapsed time was 3:47:45, placing her well within the upper tier of participants. For future races, Sarah might consider focusing on maintaining her initial pace as the elevation continues to rise toward the summit.