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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Scott Hutchison #711 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Pace with Strategic Finish Scott Hutchison showcased remarkable endurance and pacing for his age group, tackling the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with a total time of 4:59:57 over a 13.36-mile course. He maintained an average pace of 22:27 min/mile, climbing from an elevation of 6000 feet to the 14000-foot summit. Notably, he secured 2nd place in the O75-79 division. Splits reveal strategic pacing. Hutchison started strong at an 11:28 pace in the initial segment at Ruxton and maintained momentum through Barr Camp, with a notable split pace of 14:48. His performance remained consistent despite increasing altitude, with his split pace stretching to 33:51 by the finish. Noteworthy is his ability to regain momentum post-1.5 Miles To Go, improving overall standing from 1071 to 990th place. Future races could focus on retaining the early energy displayed in initial miles for more segments, as it shows potential for even greater strategic gains.