Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Kristin Donoghue #1518 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climb to the Summit Kristin Donoghue completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 6:18:24 and an elapsed pace of 28:19 min/mile. The course, with its starting elevation of approximately 6,303 feet and ending at 14,061 feet, presented challenging conditions especially as the altitude increased. Kristin finished 1551st overall out of 2049 participants, 568th out of all female competitors, and 79th in her division (F45-49). Throughout the race, Kristin's splits indicate fluctuating paces, notably a steady start at Ruxton with an 11:23 min/mile pace, transitioning to a more gradual pace as elevation increased. As the course progressed past the tree line, her pace naturally adapted to the more strenuous conditions; from 18:27 min/mile at Barr Camp to slower but consistent pacing beyond A-Frame. Importantly, she improved her placement in several points. For future races, focus might aim to maintain momentum during the steepest sections near the summit.