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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Seth Devine #2059 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Persistence Through Altitude Gains Seth Devine tackled the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, completing the 13.36-mile route in 6:06:57. Starting at 6303 feet, his pace of 10:27 min/mile at Ruxton quickly slowed as altitude increased, ending with an average pace of 27:27 min/mile. Despite tough terrain, Seth showed resilience, finishing in 1489th place out of 2049 participants, with strong perseverance noted in his age division (45-49), ranking 123rd. Monitoring Seth's splits, his determination was evident. Notably, he handled steep sections such as "Barr Camp" with an impressive pace of 15:36 min/mile at high elevation (10,250 feet). Although his pace understandably decelerated in the last three miles above the tree line due to altitudes exceeding 12,298 feet, Seth's steady pacing amidst these conditions is commendable. Exploring strategies for managing fatigue can further enhance his performance on such demanding terrains.