Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Scott Tolen #20337 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Wheelchair Distance: 26.2 miles

Scott's Steady Effort in Marathon Wheelchair Race Scott Tolen maintained a steady pace throughout the 26.2-mile course, completing the marathon in 3:26:20. He demonstrated strong splits early in the race with consecutive miles at 7:03 and 7:02 pace, reflecting his strategic pacing efforts. A notably faster split occurred between miles 4 and 5, where he achieved a swift 6:35, showcasing a brief but impressive acceleration. Despite some fluctuations, such as the 19:46 split at mile 16, Scott displayed resilience by returning to a more consistent pace. The final sections of the course saw regular under-8:00 minute miles, capping a consistent effort. Ending the race with an average pace of 7:52 helped Scott secure a solid finish, placing 6th overall and 6th in his gender. The consistent pacing and strong placements indicate Scott's capability and suggest he could review the slower mid-race miles for further performance optimization.