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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Ethan Byron #340 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Start with Consistent Effort on a Demanding Course Ethan Byron impressively completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 3:51:15 and an average pace of 17:18 min/mile. From the start, Ethan advanced swiftly, moving from 1382nd at the starting line to 163rd at Ruxton, showing a noteworthy pace of 7:37 min/mile. He maintained competitive positions up to the Top of W’s, ranking 164th overall. Ethan's performance remained consistent as he tackled higher altitudes. His pace understandably slowed, with a notable 24:11 min/mile split between Bottomless Pit and A-Frame. In the final stretch, Ethan navigated through the challenging elevation gains of over 14,000 feet, reaching the finish line in 299th position overall. His ranking of 10th in the O16-19 division highlights his effort in a competitive field. Future focus on elevation training could enhance efficiency in the latter stages of similar races.