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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: David Field #1920 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Finish on Pikes Peak's Ascend David Field completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in 6:12:58, covering a grueling 13.36 miles and rising from an elevation of 6303 to 14061 feet. The average pace was 27:55 per mile. A significant aspect of the performance was the improvement in division position towards the end, climbing back to 61st place in the O60-64 division, after being as low as 69th. His race pace showed strategic management of effort. The split at Barr Camp is notable, given the demanding climb: a pace of 18:58 per mile, his fastest during the ascent. However, the pace understandably slowed past the treeline, with the final split at the summit averaging a 44:25 pace. Such changes reflect the steep and high-altitude conditions. Well done on consistently moving forward, especially when the altitude increased, a mark of perseverance in demanding conditions. Consider focusing on managing pace in the high-altitude segments further.