Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Gabe Carranza #9343 Race: 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Nets Top Division Finish Gabe Carranza delivered a steady performance at the 2026 Surf City Half Marathon with an overall elapsed time of 1:24:58. Running at an average pace of 6:29 minutes per mile, Gabe demonstrated remarkable consistency, only slightly varying his pace across the race. His strongest moments were during miles 3, where he improved his division position to 3rd, showcasing his ability to push ahead early on. Notably, Gabe secured 1st in his division during miles 4 and 5, highlighting his perseverance and competitiveness. While he finished 4th in the Male 45-49 category, Gabe maintained strong placement within his division throughout the race. Overall, he placed 103rd out of 12,408 participants, emphasizing his competitive edge against a large field. Gabe's even pacing, particularly during the latter half, shows endurance but suggests careful attention to maintaining that early pace boost could further elevate his performance. Congratulations, Gabe, on a commendable race!