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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Edward Baca #1388 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Effort and Strong Finish Edward Baca maintained a steady pace throughout the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, completing the half marathon in 5:41:58. He started strong, hitting Ruxton at a 12:16 min/mile pace. As he progressed, his pace decreased, influenced by the elevation increase to the 14,061-foot summit. His split from Bottomless Pit to A-Frame presented a notable challenge, with pace slowing to 36:02 min/mile over 1.52 miles. Despite these challenges, Edward displayed consistency, notably improving his division position from 69th at Ruxton to 44th at the finish. His ascent to "1.5 Miles To Go" marked his strongest relative performance, climbing to 27th in his division. Overall, Edward successfully navigated the drastic altitude changes with determination, maintaining a commendable effort. To optimize future performances, Edward might focus on adapting strategies to manage elevated altitudes and pacing adjustments during steeper phases.