Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Rich Hamm #1568 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Mid-Pack Performance with Strong Finish Rich Hamm completed the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon in 4:29:00, maintaining an overall pace of 20:32 min/mile. While the middle segments showed some variation, Rich showcased a strong start with an initial split of 18:51 min/mile in the first mile. Notably, his pace was most consistent between miles 3 to 5, maintaining approximately 19:32 to 20:25 min/mile. Rich's placement saw fluctuations, hovering around the 517 to 530 range overall and achieving a final finish position of 1317 out of 1542 participants. The final split (mile 13) was completed in 21:18 min/mile, reflecting perseverance and grit towards the race's conclusion. Within his division (M50-54), Rich improved progressively, peaking as high as 48th at mile 8. This consistency throughout the race indicates a solid strategic approach to pacing. Occasionally higher split times suggest focusing on maintaining a steady rhythm could further enhance overall performance in future races.