Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Nathaniel Vance #3911 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Maintained Competitive Consistency in Division with a Strong Surge Nathaniel showcased impressive pacing throughout the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon. Averaging a 6:14 min/mile pace over 26.2 miles, Nathaniel completed the race in 2:43:37. Starting strong, he recorded an early 6:15 min/mile, accelerating significantly to 4:24 min/mile at mile 5, demonstrating a strategic surge. Consistent pacing between splits 10-17 at around 6:02 min/mile shows his endurance capabilities, while his split at mile 6 of 7:46 min/mile indicates areas of slower performance. Finishing 9th overall out of 1398 participants, Nathaniel successfully clinched 4th in his division and 9th in the male category. Compared to his previous half marathon, with a pace of 5:47 min/mile, focusing on maintaining speed during longer races could be beneficial. Ensuring that mile 5's pace is more consistently maintained throughout longer distances may enhance his future performance. Notably, his overall positioning across two events indicates solid competitive presence in his division.