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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Bryce Williams #258 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Effort at High Altitudes Bryce Williams completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with an elapsed time of 3:46:38, covering a distance of 13.36 miles. His overall pace was 16:57 min/mile, finishing as the 17th in the O45-49 division. Notably, Bryce maintained resilience in challenging altitudes above tree line. His fastest pace was recorded early in the Ruxton segment at 8:07 min/mile. By the time he reached the summit, the pace dropped to 24:59 min/mile, reflecting the typical slowdown due to altitude and elevation gain. Compared to his 2024 race performance, Bryce's total time increased slightly from 3:37:29, and the overall pace adjusted from 16:16 min/mile. Section-wise, he strategically maintained mid-race splits, particularly showing tenacity in the 7.8 Summit section with a 13:21 min/mile pace, matching the demands of the elevation profile. For future races, analyzing pacing strategies for miles between Barr Camp and the Finish could provide opportunities to enhance his performance further.