Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Kurtis Startt #27368 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Steady Pace with a Strong Finish Kurtis Startt from Denver showcased a consistent performance at the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon, completing the 13.1-mile course in 1:39:54. His splits highlight a steady pace, with an average of 7:37 min/mile throughout the race. Noteworthy is his 9th mile, where he impressively dropped to a 6:01 min/mile, showcasing an ability to increase speed when needed. Overall, Kurtis moved effectively within the pack, coming in 375th out of 6546 participants, and 279th among males, highlighting competitive placement in a crowded field. Compared to his previous half marathon performance in 2024, Kurtis improved his finish time by nearly seven minutes and enhanced his pace from 8:09 min/mile to 7:37 min/mile. This improvement indicates significant progress, particularly in maintaining an even split. Opportunities for slight adjustments exist, notably in maintaining an even pace in the later stages as observed during the 10th split, where his pace slowed. Keep focusing on pacing strategies and preparation for even greater improvements.