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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Joshua Bernhard #1697 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 Strategic Progress Joshua Bernhard completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an elapsed time of 5:24:50, covering a 13.36-mile course. Starting strong, he managed a 4:53 split at Ruxton with an impressive 11:23 pace. His rank was initially 940th overall and shifted throughout, ending at 1206th out of 2049 participants. His dedication to maintaining a steady pace is noted, especially in the middle section at Barr Camp where he clocked a 15:37 minute pace at 7.91 miles. The ascent caused pacing challenges in later miles, particularly past the treeline, with a notable 31:12 pace between A-Frame and 2 Miles To Go. Despite this, Joshua held an average pace of 24:18 min/mile. His performance improved in many splits as elevation increased, especially notable between Ruxton and the Top of W's. Further developing high-altitude conditioning could optimize overall race time. The effort displayed showcases strong endurance, critical in such a demanding run.