Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Derek Skrdlant #30467 Race: 2026 Boulderthon 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Strong Start Fades Into Steady Finish Derek Skrdlant completed the 10K in 1:13:24. His opening two miles were his quickest, clicking off in 10:43 and 10:41, before the pace eased through the middle and closing miles, settling into the 12-minute range for the remainder of the race. That first-mile snap was the highlight of the day, nearly a full minute faster than anything that followed. The back half held steady rather than compounding, with splits staying within a tight band of 12:01 to 12:54 a sign of consistent effort even as the overall pace settled. Given that Boulder sits above 5,000 feet, holding that rhythm through the closing miles reflects solid pacing discipline. A slightly more even split between the first two miles and the middle stretch could help sustain that early speed a bit longer next time.