Results/Photos

Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Ryan Witt #3569 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Performance with Notable Improvements in Later Stages Ryan Witt completed the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K race with a final time of 3:28:13, covering a distance of 7.45 miles at an average pace of 27:56 min/mile. Starting with a pace of 22:11 min/mile, Ryan maintained an average pace through challenging segments but experienced a gradual slowdown till mile 5. Notably, mile 6 saw an improvement with a split pace of 26:52 min/mile, indicating an ability to recover and accelerate towards the race's conclusion. Impressively, mile 7 was completed at 23:44 min/mile, showcasing a strong finish. Ryan placed 20594th overall out of 26545 participants, placing 9446th in the male category, and 1104th in the M50-59 division. Despite encountering tougher conditions in the middle sections, especially around the Hayes Hill segment, Ryan improved upon pacing in the latter miles, demonstrating resilience. Focus on maintaining an even earlier pace may enhance overall performance in future races. Excellent finish and strategy adjustment!