Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Cole Crossett #11175 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Progress and Improved Pacing In the 2025 Boulderthon, Cole Crossett demonstrated an impressive performance with a marathon finish time of 3:30:27. His average pace was 8:01 min/mile, showcasing a considerable improvement from his previous races. Notably, the splits reveal consistent pacing, with standout miles, such as mile 5 at an astonishing 5:20 min/mile, further enhancing his overall timing. Cole's placement at 33rd in the M25-29 division among 2678 participants reflects his competitive running strategy. Starting strong, Cole picked up pace significantly from mile 2, adjusting beautifully through the race. From consistently fast miles after mile 10 and maintaining a range around an 8:00 min/mile pace, his performance shows a clear advancement from his 2023 and 2024 results. Despite slight setbacks in mile 4, his recovery and maintaining pace through the later stages are commendable. Working on maintaining early miles' tempo for a more consistent start would likely enhance performance in future races.