Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Renee Enyart #10617 Race: 2026 Boulderthon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Opening Miles Give Way to a Hard-Fought Finish Renee completed the marathon in 3:56:52. Her opening 18 miles were the highlight, holding a steady pace between 7:40 and 8:43 per mile and building a comfortable cushion through the race's first three-quarters. From mile 19 onward, that rhythm cooled considerably, with per-mile splits climbing into the 9:3012:22 range as the final 8 miles took their toll, before a stronger push brought her home over the last mile. Running at Boulder's altitude of over 5,000 feet adds a layer of difficulty to any marathon effort, and Renee's early pace reflects strong preparation for those conditions. Her front-half execution, holding sub-8:15 pace for 18 consecutive miles, stands as the clear foundation of this result. Building some reserve for the closing miles could help her carry that early rhythm further into future races.