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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Miranda Contursi #889 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Ascent with Strategic Pace Adjustments Miranda Contursi completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an overall time of 4:34:19. The course, stretching 13.36 miles from start to finish, presented a significant elevation gain as it climbed from about 6300 feet to over 14000 feet. Holding an average pace of 20:31 minutes per mile, Miranda placed 36th in her division of F35-39 and 182nd in her gender category. Miranda began strong, with her initial split at Ruxton at a brisk pace of 9:36. Noteworthy progress was seen at No Name Creek, where she improved her position to 33rd in her division. As she approached the high-altitude portions of the race, her pace naturally adjusted. The final stretch from "1 Mile To Go" to the finish was completed with a split pace of 30:34, reflecting persistence under the challenging conditions of the climb above the tree line. Continued focus on pacing strategies might enhance future performances.