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Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Mike Dietz #10477 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Impressive Performance with Consistent Pacing Mike Dietz from Laguna Niguel, CA, delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 Surf City 10, finishing the 5K in 21:56 with an overall pace of 7:04 min/mile. Racing against 2,148 participants, Mike secured a remarkable 2nd place in the M 60-64 division. Starting strong with a 6:47 mile, he slightly dropped to a 7:12 pace in the second mile, before stabilizing at 7:15 for the final stretch. Mike demonstrated consistent pacing throughout the race, maintaining a top position within his division. His performance places him among the fastest in his age group, particularly with his ability to quickly adapt after the first mile. As a member of the South Coast Roadrunners, Mike's strong finish is commendable. To enhance future races, focusing on maintaining the initial speed across all splits might yield even more impressive results. Keep up the fantastic work, Mike!