Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Chandler Gorham #5731 Race: 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace with Nimble Finish Chandler Gorham showcased a steady performance at the 2026 Surf City Half Marathon, maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race. With an overall time of 1:17:05 and an average pace of 5:53 min/mile, Chandler displayed strong sector finishes, notably achieving his fastest split at mile 6 with a pace of 5:38 min/mile. Overall, he secured the 44th position out of 12,408 participants, impressively finishing 39th among all male entrants and 12th in the M25-29 age division. Reviewing his splits, a slight deceleration was observed from mile 10 to mile 12, suggesting a small area for strategic pacing adjustments. However, Chandler's closing mile of 6:03 pace saw him recover spots, climbing to 29th place overall by race end. This kind of finish is noteworthy and can be leveraged for further performance improvements. Continued focus on pacing strategies during longer races could enhance performance outcomes moving forward.