Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Heather Ritner #911 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 Performance at Altitude Heather Ritner completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent in 5:35:03, maintaining an average pace of 25:04 minutes per mile over the 13.36-mile course. Starting at an elevation of 6303 feet and finishing at 14061 feet, she secured the 29th position in her F50-54 division. Notable steady splits include the segment to "7.8 Summit" with a 20:43 pace and "Barr Camp" at 16:39, showcasing consistent efforts in those segments. Compared to the 2024 race, Heather slowed down overall this year but displayed emphasis on pacing, especially in the mid-sections. Her transition from "Barr Camp" to "Bottomless Pit" marked a challenging segment, slowing to a 39:34 pace, which suggests altitude adaptation could be a point of focus in future events. Consider analyzing pacing strategies for segments past "Barr Camp" to optimize efforts above the tree line next time.