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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Ryan Davis #1164 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Early Splits, Challenging Finish Ryan Davis showed strong initial paces during the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, with a notable 9:09 min/mile split early at Ruxton and a sustained effort at Hydro Street with an 11:09 min/mile. As the course progressed, the pace naturally slowed with increasing elevation and fatigue. By the Top of W's, Ryan faced a significant slow down to a 20:51 min/mile, indicative of the climb's difficulty. Overcome steep sections at elevated heights, his split at A-Frame was 28:43 min/mile. Notably, Ryan advanced to a much better position within his division from the start. In the last three miles above the tree line, Ryan's splits further decelerated, with the final stretch from 0.5 miles to go timing at 34:54 min/mile. Despite this, he completed the half marathon in 4:59:04. Ending the race with an admirable finishing position, his performance suggests a solid endurance base. For potential improvement, focusing on strength training for uphill endurance could be beneficial.