Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Duane Johnson #12300 Race: 2026 Boulderthon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Pacing Delivers a Faster Finish and Another Podium Spot Duane Johnson crossed the line in 4:12:56, finishing 3rd in the M60-64 division matching his division result from the 2025 Boulderthon but improving his overall time by nearly four minutes (from 4:16:34). His pacing through the race showed a strong, controlled middle stretch: from mile 4 to mile 18, he held a steady clip of about 8:53 per mile, keeping his cumulative pace remarkably consistent before the effort naturally eased over the final miles. That closing stretch, which included the lululemon Power-Up Zone near mile 22.5, saw his mile splits drift into the 1112 minute range as fatigue set in late in the race. Given Boulder's elevation above 5,000 feet, holding sub-9:00 pace for such a long middle section stands out as the highlight of the day. Overall, a well-managed effort with a strong core and a finish that builds nicely on last year's result.