Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Drew Polasky #566 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 Elevation Gains Drew Polasky completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent with a total time of 4:08:20, maintaining a steady pace throughout the challenging half marathon. Covering a distance of 13.36 miles with an average pace of 18:35 min/mile, Drew strategically navigated the elevation gain from 6303 to 14061 feet. Beginning with a strong pace of 8:03 min/mile at Ruxton, Drew steadily adjusted to the altitude, pacing at 10:30 min/mile by Hydro Street. Throughout the race, Drew maintained competitive positioning, finishing 434th overall out of 2049 participants. The most notable split was between 1.5 Miles To Go and 1 Mile To Go, improving from 216th to 413th place overall. This section highlighted Drew's ability to effectively handle fatigue and steep incline, evidence of solid training. Continuing to work on pacing and sustaining speed in high-altitude segments could enhance future performances.