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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Mike Fass #3562 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

A Tactical and Progressive Effort Over the Miles Mike Fass demonstrated commendable perseverance at the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K, concluding the race with an overall time of 3:20:19 for 7.45 miles. Starting with a steady 17:22 min/mile pace for the first mile, he maintained an excellent consistency in placement, closing the race just outside the top 75% of his division. The first two miles showed controlled pacing, with his pace slowing through Hayes Hill, which is a common challenge. Mikes performance in the 3rd mile exhibited resilience faced with the steep Hayes Hill, with a notable rise in overall placing, improving 1916 places. By the 7th mile, Mikes pacing settled into a rhythm of 23:16 min/mile, indicating a strong finish. Engaging strategies aimed at even pacing throughout might help smooth out the performance across all segments. Mikes perseverance and consistent movement through the race reflect his dedication to completing the challenging course.