Results/Photos

Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Simon Xie #40274 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Finish with Strategic Pacing Simon's performance showcased consistent timing across the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K, with a notable overall time of 1:44:49. His pace per mile improved notably from the initial 16:54 min/mile to a more brisk 14:11 min/mile at 6 miles. Noteworthy is the improvement during the steep Hayes Hill section between 2.2-2.7 miles when the split time slowed to 17:14, yet he managed to regain speed afterward, demonstrating effective energy management. Simon's most impressive mile was between miles 4 and 5, with a split pace of 10:04 min/milethe sharpest improvement and likely a key contributor to his overall pacing strategy. Ending the race ranked 9678 out of 24,523 participants exemplifies an admirable effort. To continue progressing, focusing on maintaining speed during climbs and further enhancing efficiency over the entire distance could provide additional overall time savings. Keep up the great work, Simon!