Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Simon Buttler #5696 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Steady Improvement and Consistent Effort Simon Buttler completed the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K with an overall time of 2:04:33, achieving an average pace of 16:43 min/mile. Starting strong with a 15:43 min/mile pace in the first mile, Simon improved his position significantly after the third mile despite early challenges on the course. Notably, his split times demonstrate consistency, particularly between miles 4 and 5, where he maintained paces close to 16 minutes per mile. Simon showed remarkable resilience, especially on the infamous Hayes Hill, maintaining a solid effort that saw him climb from 11646th to 8097th place. His finish line splits indicate room for greater pacing strategy towards the end of the race. Remaining dedicated to this, along with his existing strong base, will enhance future performances. Representing Mountain View, CA, and his team, B2B2026MV, Simon can be proud of his consistent effort and ongoing development as a young runner.