Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Kade Fink #13312 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 Pace and Strong Finish Kade Fink maintained a steady pace throughout the 2025 Boulderthon Marathon, completing the race in 3:57:19. With an average pace of around 9:03 minutes per mile, he demonstrated consistent pacing. Notably, he managed an impressive finish between miles 24 and 26, clocking splits of 8:42, 8:54, and an overall final placement at 431st amongst 2678 participants. His performance in the male 20-24 division placed him 90th. From start to finish, Fink's performance saw a gradual improvement in overall placement. Mile 5, with a split pace of 8:53, marked a strong point where he moved up significantly in his division, placing 72nd. This strategic uptick highlights Fink's ability to push through mid-race, which could be refined further with a focus on endurance over long distances to sustain energy distribution. Consistency was key, offering valuable insight for future races.