Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Josie Rios #1806 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Impressive Persistence at Pikes Peak Ascent Josie Rios completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 6:25:45, displaying a steadfast effort over the taxing 13.36 miles. Climbing from an elevation of 6303 to 14061 feet, she maintained an average pace of 28:52 min/mile. Josie's performance saw her ranking 29th in the F55-59 division amid 32 starters, underlining her consistency in this demanding race category. During the ascent, Josie showed prowess in the early stages, capturing 14th place in her division at the Ruxton split, with an impressive split pace of 10:40 min/mile. Her ability to steadily navigate challenging sections, including the section from Barr Camp to Bottomless Pit where she clocked a challenging 56:50 min/mile split pace, highlights her endurance. Future focus could be on maintaining more consistent pace transitions in higher altitudes, especially as evidenced from the consistent ranking at 29th place in the division later in the race. Congratulations on your dedication, Josie!