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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Jen Mackey #1002 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Gains and Strong Finish at High Altitude Jen Mackey completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an elapsed time of 4:28:55, covering a distance of 13.36 miles at an average pace of 20:07 min/mile. Notably, Jen improved her standings from the start, initially in 1682nd place, to securing 635th place overall. Within her gender category, she moved from 642nd place at the start to 161st by race end, showcasing significant and effective pacing adjustments throughout the event. Analyzing the splits reveals a steady ascent in performance. Jen showed remarkable progression by closing gaps; especially notable was the gain at the 12.31-mile split where she jumped from 671st place overall to 591st at the 1 Mile To Go mark. The final stretch from A-Frame onwards saw a slower pace due to increased altitude but her position improved, demonstrating resilience and strength in elevation management. This upward trend in standings highlights an excellent racing strategy in challenging conditions.