Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Caroline Salzman #32506 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strategic Gains in Positions Caroline displayed commendable pacing in the 2026 Surf City 5K, completing the race with an overall time of 25:32 and an average pace of 8:14 min/mile. Her consistent start, with an initial mile pace of 8:05, demonstrated a strong opening. Caroline progressively improved her position from 231st overall after the first mile to 161st by the end of the third mile. She demonstrated effective race strategies, moving up in positions notably at each split. Her third mile was slightly slower, with a split pace of 8:48, but she successfully maintained her gender and division rankings. While Carolines position dipped slightly in her division by the third mile, she managed a stable end position. Achieving 12th in the F25-29 division is a solid reflection of her efforts. Focusing on maintaining consistent pacing can help enhance her overall time and position in future races.