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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: John Scruton-Wilson #1658 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 Strategic Opportunities John Scruton-Wilson completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 6:09:19, covering a distance of 13.36 miles. His average pace was 27:38 minutes per mile, showing remarkable consistency compared to his 2024 performance of 6:07:31. John secured the 10th spot in the O70-74 age division among 2049 participants. His initial pace was stronger, with a 13:48 min/mile up to Ruxton, but as the altitude increased, a noticeable slowdown occurred, with some splits above 40 min/mile, especially after the "Bottomless Pit" checkpoint. John maintained an admirable standing, particularly with his resilience in the face of high elevation challenges. Analysing the splits, there might be an opportunity for slight enhancement in pacing strategy, especially in the final three miles where the elevation gain significantly affected his speed. Emphasizing steady pacing in the later stages might yield a tighter overall time in future events. Keep working on altitude training to enhance endurance and efficiency.