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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Gerald Romero #157 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Impressive Performance with Consistent Pace Gerald Romero delivered a strong performance at the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon, finishing with an elapsed time of 3:25:45 over the 13.36-mile course. He maintained a steady pace of 15:24 minutes per mile and ranked impressively as the 3rd in the O50-54 division. Starting at an elevation of 6,303 feet, Gerald progressively conquered elevations that peaked at 14,061 feet, demonstrating remarkable resilience and consistency. Gerald's initial burst of speed was evident at the Ruxton split, where he recorded a 7:27 min/mile pace, securing the 1st place in his division temporarily. Throughout the race, he sustained a competitive position, especially notable above tree line, where others typically slow down significantly. His strategy of pacing and steady progression through high-altitude sections reflects excellent race management. Future efforts might explore further refinement in pacing in extreme elevation gain areas to maintain top division placements.