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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Alex Spalloni #1435 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Effort with a Notable Endurance Alex Spalloni completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon with an elapsed time of 5:28:49, covering the distance with an average pace of 24:36 min/mile. Notably, Alex showed endurance in the rigorous final sections above the tree line, maintaining efforts in extreme altitudes between elevations of 12,298 feet and the finish at 14,061 feet. Compared to the 2024 performance, Alex's pace slowed slightly from 23:54 min/mile, indicating a shift in strategy or conditions. Notably, Alex's initial segment was strong with a quick start at a 9:16 pace for the first 0.43 miles. However, maintaining position presented a challenge in later segments, particularly during the challenging ascent past Barr Camp, where split paces increased. Continuing to work on pacing strategies for high-altitude sections will be beneficial for future races. Solid effort overall, maintaining respectable standings within the O50-54 division.