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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Katy Rakestraw #40276 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Pace with Notable Mid-Race Improvement Katy Rakestraw displayed a steady performance in the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K event. Starting off at a pace of 16:56 min/mile, she gradually increased her speed, hitting her fastest split between miles 4 and 5 with a pace of 10:10 min/mile. Her overall pace was 14:09 min/mile, covering the 7.45 miles in a total elapsed time of 1:45:31. This consistent improvement was evident as she tackled the challenging Hayes Hill starting at 2.2 miles, maintaining a strong pace through to the finish. Katy's significant placement jump, from 12227th to 7732nd overall by mile 4, is a testament to her strategic pacing. Maintaining her rank around the 9800s and place in the top third of her division shows effective race management. Keep focusing on mid-range splits for potential gains in future races, leveraging your strong ability to pick up speed mid-race.