Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Jefferson Arbuckle #1070 Race: 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Performance and Strong Finish Jefferson Arbuckle demonstrated a remarkable consistency throughout the 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon. Starting off with a strong 6:29 min/mile pace, he maintained a swift speed across the first half of the race, especially notable with a peak split of 6:08 min/mile at mile 8. By mile 21, his impressive pacing elevated him to place 5th overall briefly, solidifying his performance in the M45-49 division, finishing 2nd. His average pace for the marathon was 6:53 min/mile, attaining an overall time of 3:00:44. Noteworthy is his placement: 7th overall and 6th among males out of 637 participants. Splits highlighted areas of significant performance including miles 20 and 25, where steady improvements were seen. Although the later miles saw a slight dip in pace, his ability to sustain such momentum underlines a solid racing strategy. Targeting consistency in the latter splits could further enhance race-day outcomes.