Results/Photos

Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Amanda Carson #40061 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performance with Strategic Course Navigation Amanda Carson completed the 7.45-mile 2026 Bay to Breakers race with an overall time of 3:17:39. Her average pace was 26:31 per mile. During the race, she significantly improved her position between miles 2 and 3, climbing from 17,144th to 13,456th overall, an impressive gain amidst the challenging Hayes Hill section. Amanda's split at Mile 1 was steady at 20:14, while Mile 3 stood out with a notably slower pace of 28:42, likely influenced by the course's elevation profile. From Mile 5 onward, Amanda maintained a pace of approximately 27:00-28:22 per mile, finishing strong with a 20:51 split during Mile 6. Her final mile was completed in 25:44, showing consistent recovery from the earlier challenges. Her placement was 10,374th among females and 3,294th in her age division. A focus on sustaining pace through more challenging sections, like Hayes Hill, could further optimize her performance in future races.