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Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Michael Hillegass #22930 Race: 2026 Boulderthon Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Pace Carries Half Marathon Runner to a Strong Finish Michael Hillegass ran the 2026 Boulderthon Half Marathon in 1:48:05, an 8:15/mile average pace, finishing 496th among men. His mile splits held remarkably tight through the race, mostly in the 8:038:25 range, with his fastest full mile coming between miles 9 and 10 at 8:02/mile. That stretch also marked his quickest overall pace of the day, a sign of strong control rather than an early fade. Splits stayed consistent into the closing miles, with the final mile ticking in at 8:08, showing composure through to the Pearl Street Mall finish. Given that Boulder sits above 5,000 feet, and that this years route passed near the lululemon Power-Up Zone around mile 9.5, Hillegasss sustained pace through that section stands out as the highlight of his race.