Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Calvin Blinkenberg #12183 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Steady Effort with a Strong Finish Calvin Blinkenberg from North Hollywood showcased a consistent performance in the 2026 Surf City 10 5K race. He maintained a steady pace with an opening split of 8:18 min/mile, marking a promising start. His second mile's pace slightly decreased to 8:57 min/mile, leading to an elapsed time of 17:14, showing a modest increase in effort. Calvin completed the 5K with an excellent stride, covering the distance in 27:21, and displaying an overall pace of 8:49 min/mile. It's noteworthy how his rank shifted from 129th to 193rd overall, yet he held firm in his division as one of the top 25 finishers. Being part of "The Rookies" team, this race experience is a great foundation for future improvements with some attention to the middle segments. Keep building on this strong base, and continued race participation will likely enhance pacing strategy across all splits.