Results/Photos

Date: September 19, 2025 Participant: Justin Gerhartz #743 Race: 2025 Vacation Races | Bryce Canyon Ultras 50K Distance: 31.0 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Midpack Performance Over a 50K Challenge Justin Gerhartz from Milwaukee represented well in the 50K event at the 2025 Bryce Canyon Ultras, demonstrating consistent pacing and strategic advances throughout the race. Completing the 32.24-mile course in 7:57:41, he achieved a steady overall pace of 14:48 minutes per mile. Analyzing the splits, it's evident he had a strong start, moving from 60th place to 28th by the first mile, indicating a strategic opening mile with a pace of 13:01. Mid-race splits like Thunder 1 showcased his ability to maintain a solid pace with a 13:18 split, despite more challenging sections like Thunder 2 where his pace slowed to 16:23. Notably, his final two-mile sprint displayed a return to form with a noteworthy 12:02 pace. Concentrating on reducing variability in pace during downhill segments could further improve overall performance for future races. Overall, Justin's positioning improved, indicating endurance and effort efficiency.