Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: melissa dayton #32636 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Excellent Pacing in Closing Miles Melissa Dayton, a 37-year-old runner from Carlsbad, CA, participated in the 2026 Surf City 5K running event. Melissa covered a total of 3.1 miles with an overall completion time of 26:25, translating to an impressive average pace of 8:31 minutes per mile. Her initial mile showed a slower pace of 24:51 minutes, indicating a potential area of improvement in the race's opening segment. The subsequent miles reveal a notable positive shift, with split times significantly decreasing to 12:48 and further to an impressive 8:47, reinforcing a strong closing performance. Melissa placed 9th in her Division F35-39 out of many competitors, showing an admirable performance in her age category. Focusing on maintaining a consistent start similar to her strong finish in future races could further enhance her performance. Congratulations to Melissa on her great finish!