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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Claude Woodard #205 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Climb to the Finish Claude Woodard completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 3:13:38, covering 13.36 miles with an average pace of 14:29 min/mile. Notably, Claude was 92nd out of 2049 participants overall and secured the 16th position in the O35-39 division. The race commenced from an elevation of 6,303 feet and concluded at 14,061 feet. Claude had a strong start, placing 110th at Ruxton, then improving to 83rd by Hydro Street. His mid-race showed consistency, as he remained steady around the 50th place, even with an increasing elevation. The final three miles, climbing above the tree line, showed a marked decline in pace, with the last few segments over 20 min/mile. Consider focusing on endurance training for future high-altitude races to enhance performance during the most challenging segments, particularly the final climbs.