Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Jeff Perry #12434 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

Impressive Early Lead in Division M50-54 Jeff Perry, 54, from Rockaway, NJ, ran the 2025 Boulderthon marathon with an overall elapsed time of 3:41:50, averaging an 8:28 min/mile pace over 26.2 miles. Jeff impressively led his M50-54 division through the first two miles, maintaining a swift pace of 7:37 min/mile. Notably, his split times in the second and fifth miles were particularly fast at 7:35 and 7:37 min/mile respectively. These early miles demonstrated strong performance and exceptional pacing. In the latter part of the race, split times ranged from 9:04 to 11:17 min/mile, contributing to a shift to fourth in his division by mile 26. Consistent pacing in the initial half indicates solid endurance. Future efforts might focus on extending this endurance to sustain similar performance levels in the second half. The ability to maintain early speed showcases potential for targeted training adjustments to further progress.