Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Dakota Tomas #2318 Race: 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace Powers Division Win Dakota Tomas displayed impressive consistency at the 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Half Marathon, securing the top spot in the M25-29 division. Maintaining a strong and steady pace throughout the race, he finished with a time of 1:27:17, averaging a pace of 6:39 min/mile over the 13.1 miles. Notably, his pace remained predominantly below 6:40 min/mile, except for the final miles where a slight dip saw splits in the low 7-minute range. Moving fluidly through the field, Dakota achieved notable placement leaps, including surging forward to 5th position by the 7-mile mark. Regardless of a couple of mid-race miles around mile 8 and 9 where split times increased slightly, Dakota effectively regained a steady pace, showcasing mental toughness and physical endurance. His performance not only earned him a commendable 6th place overall among 586 participants but also reinforced his standing as a top competitor in his division.