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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Miranda Chapman #1492 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performance with Strong Elevation Gains Miranda Chapman finished the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in 5:22:19, marking an impressive ascent from 6303 to 14061 feet. Her average pace was 24:07 min/mile over a 13.36-mile distance. Notably, she improved her placement significantly throughout the race, finishing 376th in the Female category and 44th in her division F25-29 out of 2049 participants. She showed remarkable persistence, maintaining her position or gradually improving, particularly given the demanding altitude changes. Miranda's consistency is remarkable in her pacing strategy. From Ruxton (11:47 min/mile) to rigorous splits near No Name Creek (22:43 min/mile) and continuing beyond Bottomless Pit with a 27:02 min/mile, she managed to keep a steady rhythm despite notable altitude changes. While the final miles slowed to a 32:42 min/mile pace, the adjustment for elevation intensity is observed. Focusing on breathing control and adapting to even steeper inclines can further enhance her future performances.