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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Keri Cordova #1597 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Keri's Steady Climb at Pikes Peak Ascent Keri Cordova, age 51 from Denver, CO, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon in 6:04:23, covering a distance of 13.36 miles with an average pace of 27:16 min/mile. She placed 43rd in her division (F50-54) among 528 finishers in her gender category. Compared to her 2024 performance, her time increased by 28 minutes and 5 seconds, indicating potential areas to regroup for future races. Her consistent performance over the course can be noted particularly in maintaining a competitive division placement. Analyzing Keri's race splits reveals a significant challenge in sections above the tree line, especially from the "A-Frame" marker onwards. This section saw her pace drop to 37:04 min/mile, with the final 0.5 miles clocking at 39:20 min/mile. Despite these difficulties, her rankings improved in later stages, indicating strong endurance. Future efforts could focus on sustaining pace through high-altitude segments to enhance overall time.