Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: ruben martinez #8593 Race: 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

**Consistent Pace Secures Top Division Finish** Ruben Martinez maintained a solid and consistent pace throughout the Surf City Half Marathon, finishing with an impressive time of 1:12:04. His average pace of 5:30 min/mile underlines his steady performance over the 13.1-mile course. Notably, he secured 1st place in the M40-44 division, an excellent accomplishment amid a field of 12,408 participants. His results emphasize solid pacing and endurance. The race included notable shifts, such as the closing mile where Martinez achieved a strong split time of 5:21, hinting at a strong finishing capability. You consistently placed among the top overall and within your gender, showing excellent competitive form. To further enhance performance, maintaining the pace seen in the 13th mile earlier in the race might improve overall results even more. Great job overall, Ruben!