Results/Photos

Date: September 21, 2025 Participant: Dave Mckay #161 Race: 2025 Bellingham Bay Marathon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Division Performance and Consistent Pacing Highlight Race The runner showcased remarkable consistency throughout the race, maintaining a steady pace. The splits indicate a strong start with the first three miles clocking in at a consistent 6:35 to 6:36 min/mile pace. From mile 4 to mile 6, the pace slightly adjusted to approximately 6:37 to 6:38 min/mile. Notably, the 10th mile showed improvement with the runner moving up in the overall standings, achieving a position in the top ten. From mile 13 onwards, the pace ranged from 6:48 to 7:01 min/mile. By mile 23, a remarkable split time of 6:32 was recorded. Despite experiencing a slower pace in the later miles, the runner successfully secured an outstanding first-place finish in their division (M35-39) after maintaining a top position from mile 10 onward. Focusing on maintaining the stronger finish seen in mile 23 can be key to future performance.