Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Anne Metzler #5686 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Pace with Strong Finish Anne Metzler completed the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K with a total time of 1:34:26, achieving an overall pace of 12:40 min/mile. She placed 451st in her division of F40-49. Notably, she maintained a fairly consistent pace, with minimal variation in her splits, except for a notable slowdown on Hayes Hill, evident at the 3-mile split which took 16:11. After tackling Hayes Hill, Anne regained momentum, evidenced by her fastest split of 11:35 in the last mile. Her ability to hold a steady rhythm throughout most of the course is commendable. A strong performance at the start with an 11:18 initial pace set the tone. Despite the challenging hill, Anne's eventual pickup towards the finish highlights her resilience and strategic pacing. For future races, consider working on hill-specific training to better navigate steep sections, potentially minimizing the effects of such challenging terrain on overall pace.