Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Nick Schultz #40872 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Steady Progress with Improvement on Hayes Hill Nick Schultz demonstrated consistent pacing during the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K event. He began with strong initial splits of 13:46 and 13:32, which positioned him at 314th in the male category. Despite encountering the steep Hayes Hill from miles 2.2 to 2.7, which significantly slowed his pace to 43:11, Nick maintained determination. Notably, this challenging segment affected his rank, with a drop to 450th place among males. Post-Hayes Hill, Nick showed signs of recovery, improving his mile pace by the final stretches. His time for the last mile improved to 10:57, showcasing a strong finish. Nick concluded his race with an overall time of 2:20:46 and an average pace of 18:53 min/mile, finishing 520th among the men. His ability to regain pace after a challenging hill highlights his resilience and suggests the potential for quicker adaptation on future hilly courses.