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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Michael Harper #1728 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 and Steady Improvement Michael Harper, from Colorado Springs, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in a time of 5:14:55, maintaining a consistent pace despite the challenging elevation. Starting at 6,303 feet and reaching a peak of 14,061 feet, he covered 13.36 miles with an average pace of 23:34 min/mile. His performance saw notable improvement from the 0-0.43 mile segment where he ranked 74th in his division, moving up to 35th within a mile to the finish. The sections offer insightful data on performance and pacing. Between 8.77 to 10.29 miles, Michael maintained a steady pace of approximately 29:36 min/mile, despite the increased elevation from 10,819 to 11,934 feet. Towards the race's completion, from the 0.5-mile to the finish, his pace naturally slowed to 35:01 min/mile, reflecting the difficult final climb. Continuing to work on pacing through altitude changes could enhance future race experiences.