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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Preston Geiken #31243 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pace, Division Victory Preston Geiken maintained remarkable consistency throughout the race, displaying a model of steady pacing in the 2026 Surf City 5K. His splits were remarkably even, with paces of 5:28, 5:34, and 5:33 minutes per mile across the three-mile course. Preston's average pace settled at 5:30 minutes per mile, which underscores his ability to control his speed throughout the race. He finished with a total time of 17:04 and clinched 1st place in the M40-44 division, a noteworthy achievement. Amongst the 5020 participants, Preston also secured 7th place overall and 7th within the male category. While the results indicate excellent pacing and a strong finish in his division, careful analysis of each split shows consistency could be enhanced in the final mile to optimize overall placement. Keep this steady approach in future events for continued success!