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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Janis Klecker #1104 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Ascent: Consistent Performance Shines Through Janis Klecker, age 65 from Hopkins, MN, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 4:44:57, finishing second in her F65-69 age division. She conquered a climb from 6,303 feet to 14,061 feet over 13.36 miles, maintaining an overall pace of 21:19 min/mile. Notably, she achieved an early division lead by Hydro Street and maintained consistent splits through different sections such as the 7.8 Summit and Barr Camp despite varying elevations. Janis transitioned from a swift pace of 10:37 min/mile at Ruxton to a calculated 31:07 min/mile at the Finish, a testament to strategic adaptability in her pacing. Her performance in gaining division rank at Hydro Street and sustaining pace past Barr Camp highlights efficiency in early race strategy. Future strategies could focus on maintaining momentum in the final miles, considering her elevation-adjusted pace from A-Frame onwards. Overall, Janis’ disciplined approach was evident throughout the ascent.