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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: James Byrne #473 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Improvement with Strategic Pacing James Byrne completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with a time of 3:50:34, reflecting a notable improvement from his previous year's performance of 3:56:51. He maintained an average pace of 17:15 minutes per mile over the 13.36-mile course, showing an improvement from the previous year's 17:43 pace. Ranking 295th overall with over 2,000 participants is commendable. His efforts yielded a 43rd place in his division among runners aged 30-34, ascending from the 53rd position in the previous race. James showcased strong splits during the first few miles, particularly excelling at Ruxton with a swift 7:52 pace and maintaining competitive placements early on. As he approached higher altitudes, the splits reveal increasing challenges, with paces gradually slowing above the tree line. This indicates an opportunity for targeted elevation training, especially within the final three miles where the altitude reaches over 14,000 feet. Overall, his improvements year over year illustrate a commendable progression.