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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: cael studebaker #8025 Race: 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Wheelchair Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Performance with Consistent Pacing Cael Studebaker concluded the 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Wheelchair race with a total time of 1:51:19, averaging a pace of 8:29 min/mile. Cael demonstrated impressive consistency through the race, particularly notable in his pacing. His overall placement was a commendable 4th out of 12,366 participants, showing strong competitive poise. Remarkably, he achieved a first-place standing among males and within his division at the 5-mile mark with a split time of 8:13 min/mile. He maintained top-tier endurance with only minor slowdown, as evidenced by an uncharacteristic 9:02 min/mile pace between miles 7 and 8. Despite this, Cael returned to a solid pace, ensuring a strong finish. To continue improving, Cael might focus on steady pacing in the latter stages to sustain his energy.