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Date: September 19, 2025 Participant: Taylor Raynor #745 Race: 2025 Vacation Races | Bryce Canyon Ultras 50K Distance: 31.0 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Finish with Strategic Pacing Taylor Raynor participated in the 2025 Vacation Races | Bryce Canyon Ultras 50K event, completing the 32.24-mile race in 8:15:10. Starting conservatively, Taylor initially placed 63rd overall at the start. Her pacing plan paid off as she steadily improved her position, advancing to 23rd overall and placing 8th in her gender category by the finish line. Her overall pace was 15:21 min/mile. She demonstrated strong performance in certain sections, notably at the "Proctor Canyon" with a split pace of 13:53 min/mile. Another impressive segment was towards the end at "Mile 30" with a split pace of 10:47 min/mile, suggesting a well-managed race strategy. However, the "Monster Mash" section had a slower split pace of 20:13 min/mile, indicating potential areas for focusing on adapting to course conditions and maintaining a faster pace in future races. Overall, Taylor’s race showcased strategic pacing and strong endurance.