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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Natalie Gowen #1469 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Effort Amid Elevation Challenges Natalie Gowen completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 5:14:33, achieving an average pace of 23:32 minutes per mile throughout the 13.36-mile ascent. Starting strong, she maintained an initial pace of 10:50 at Ruxton. Notably, her split at Barr Camp (14:51) marked her fastest pace post-start, showcasing her ability to regain momentum even as the altitude increased. As Natalie reached the highest elevations, her pace slowed, notably at 0.5 Miles To Go, clocking a split pace of 33:20. Although she finished 349th among females and 52nd in her age division, her consistent effort was evident throughout. Future strategy could focus on fine-tuning her performance in the rigorous final miles above the tree line, where maintaining steady pacing remains crucial to continue her progress in similar events.