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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: David Philipps #138 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 with Strong Division Standing David Philipps completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 3:25:35 over a distance of 13.36 miles, averaging a pace of 15:23 min/mile. He secured a commendable 5th place in the O45-49 division among 2049 total participants. This was an impressive finish, maintaining a strong division standing throughout the race. Examining his splits, David showed consistent times in the early and middle portions of the race, such as his 7:00 split at Hydro Street and 13:06 split at No Name Creek. His pace understandably slowed in the final miles, with a notable increase in elevation, culminating in a 30:00 pace at the finish. Focusing on pacing consistency in steeper sections might be beneficial for future races, which could help maintain rhythm as elevation increases. Overall, David demonstrated resilience and determination on this demanding course.