Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Brandilyn Surdo #1610 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Progress on the Ascent Brandilyn Surdo tackled the Pikes Peak Ascent, covering a distance of 13.36 miles with an elapsed time of 4:38:33 and an average pace of 20:51 minutes per mile. Starting strongly, her initial pace at Ruxton was 9:41, indicating a solid push at the beginning. The ascent through Hydro Street saw a slight increase in split pace to 11:58. Elevations over 10,000 feet saw significant pacing shifts. At Barr Camp, the split pace rose to 18:15, and by the arduous final stretches spanning from A-Frame to the finish line, there was a notable deceleration, culminating in a 28:23 split pace over the final segment. Despite the energy-draining climb, she finished strong, landing 26th in her division, F25-29. Maintaining focus and consistency at higher altitudes could be pivotal in future races. Keep pushing through those altitude peaks!