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Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Kyle Simmons #30329 Race: 2026 Boulderthon 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Strong Start Fuels a Top-Tier 10K Finish Kyle Simmons crossed the line in 44:32, good for 69th overall and 51st among men in a field of 3,071 at the 2026 Boulderthon. That result reflects a well-paced effort through the majority of the course. Simmons built his race on a steady first five miles, holding an even 7:00 per mile pace through 35:04 a strong, consistent stretch that included a season-best mile split of 6:48 in mile five. The final mile eased to 8:07, a natural adjustment after five miles of tightly controlled effort. Given that Boulder sits above 5,000 feet of elevation, maintaining sub-7:10 pace for the bulk of the race stands out as a disciplined performance. Future races could look at sustaining that early rhythm a touch longer into the closing mile.