Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Claire Banich #31108 Race: 2026 Boulderthon 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Strong Start Carries Through Boulder 10K Finish Claire Banich completed the 2026 Boulderthon 10K in 1:00:24, an overall pace of 9:44 per mile. Banich opened fast, covering the first mile in 8:49 and holding an 8:34 cumulative pace through two miles. The middle miles eased slightly, with her cumulative pace settling near 9:00 through mile four before easing further to a 9:35 cumulative pace by the finish. Her strongest stretch came early: the opening two miles, averaging an 8:34 per mile pace, were the fastest sustained running of her race. With Boulder sitting above 5,000 feet, that early tempo stands out as a well-managed effort before the natural settling in the later miles. Consider using that strong start as a pacing template, perhaps aiming to hold it a bit longer next time.