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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Lindsay Golich #616 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Solid Consistency Amidst High Altitude Challenges Lindsay Golich completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an elapsed time of 4:40:39, covering the 13.36-mile ascent with an average pace of 21:00 min/mile. Her performance was marked by steady progression, starting with a notable split at Ruxton, where she maintained a 9:48 min/mile pace over the first 0.43 miles. The challenging terrain and high altitude influenced her pace, especially as she progressed to higher elevations, slowing to a 28:15 min/mile pace by the finish at approximately 14,061 feet. Compared to her previous year's race, Lindsay showed remarkable consistency, with only a 7-minute difference in total time. Her determination was evident in the final segments, as she showed resilience between Barr Camp and the demanding final stretches, where her pace ranged from 26:15 to 29:29 min/mile. Her placement within the F40-44 division highlights her steady performance. Focus on pacing and acclimatization might yield further improvements in future races.