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Date: Aug. 1, 2026 Participant: Joe Meinhart #4220 Race: 2026 Vacation Races | Rocky Mountain Half Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace With a Strong Finish Joe Meinhart demonstrated steady pacing and resilience in the 2026 Vacation Races Rocky Mountain Half Marathon. Starting with a 7:47 min/mile pace, he found his rhythm early, sustaining a consistent pace throughoutnever dropping below 8:45 min/mile, with impressive sub-8 minutes on the last few splits. Notably, after the midway point, Joe's performance improved significantly; he clocked a fastest split at mile 11 with a blistering 6:44 min/mile pace. Finishing in 1:41:48, Joe placed an impressive 15th overall and 2nd in his M35-39 division among 802 total participants. This position underlines his competitive edge and dedication. Compared with a prior 5K race done at a 7:22 min/mile pace, Joe shows potential for continuing to refine his pace over longer distances. Consider focusing on maintaining early speed and decreasing variability in split times to push for even stronger overall finishes.