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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Steve Brooks #1578 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Pacing and Steady Climb Steve Brooks from Arlington, VA, completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in 5:42:08, covering a distance of 13.36 miles. His overall elapsed pace was 25:36 min/mile. Starting strong from the get-go, Steve ranked 365th overall at the starting point at an elevation of 6303 feet. The initial segment to Ruxton saw a brisk pace at 10:53 min/mile, indicating a solid onset. As the altitude increased, the pace gradually slowed, reflecting the challenging nature of the ascent and the influence of high altitude. At Barr Camp, covering a distance of 7.91 miles, Steve maintained a 21:19 min/mile pace. The final stretch required significant effort, displaying a typical high-altitude slowdown, as seen in his 39:38 min/mile pace before reaching the summit. Steve's consistent positioning within the top 50 of his division showcases a steadfast climb, with room for strategic pacing adjustments in those challenging final miles above the tree line.