Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Karen Darrow #1028 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Elevation Strategy Yields Solid Results Karen Darrow completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an impressive overall time of 4:46:50, covering a distance of 13.36 miles with a consistent pace at higher elevations. Her exceptional pacing was evident, especially from the 6.05-mile mark at 9,461 feet to the finish at 14,061 feet, where her pace ranged between 18:14 and 32:34 min/mile. Despite challenging conditions above the tree line, Karen strategically maintained her momentum, finishing 230th among women and 33rd in her age division. Key performances included the split at Hydro Street, 1.23 miles in, where Karen moved up in the standings, reflecting a time of 13:35 and a split pace of 11:42 min/mile. Another noteworthy segment was between the 7.8 Summit and Barr Camp, where her split pace was a strong 18:14 min/mile. Karen’s ability to remain focused in her pacing is an asset that will serve her well in future races.