Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Shane Thornley #2204 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Splits with Gentle Pace Adjustments Shane Thornley completed the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon in 1:50:07 with an average pace of 8:24 min/mile, placing 13th in his division. Shane's performance displayed reliable pacing, with a noteworthy pace consistency after the first mile, especially in miles 6 to 7, where he managed an 8:02 and an 8:15 split, respectively. The fastest split was at mile 4, with a 7:50 pace, highlighting potential speed optimization. Throughout the race, Shane maintained a steady position among participants, with a significant improvement towards the end, finishing overall in 248th place out of 1542 participants and 164th in his gender category. This year's race saw a more conservative approach as opposed to previous years, where average paces were a bit quicker. Focus on early race pacing could contribute positively to future performances, as the opening mile showed a high pace for Shane's usual strategical approach.