Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Todd Yerkes #4004 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Strong Finish in M55-59 Division Todd Yerkes completed the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon with a final time of 3:04:32, averaging a pace of 7:02 min/mile. Notably, Todd secured 2nd place in the M55-59 division. He consistently maintained a steady pace throughout the race, notably achieving his fastest split during mile 15 at 6:28 min/mile. His initial miles were strong, with consistent sub-7 min/mile paces, particularly hitting a 6:23 min/mile at mile 3. Toward the latter stages, there was a slight slowdown, with the final mile clocked at a 7:52 min/mile pace. Comparing the recent performance to previous races, Todd matched his average pace from 2022 and improved his division standing to 2nd place. His early pacing strategy led to strong positioning, which he maintained throughout the race. Potentially focusing on endurance in the latter miles could fine-tune his performance further. Overall, this race showcased Todd's impressive consistency and endurance in the M55-59 age category.