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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Frank Kinkead #12216 Race: 2025 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Performance with Strong Division Finish Frank Kinkead demonstrated impressive stamina and pacing in the 2025 Mesa Marathon, concluding the marathon in 2:56:51 with an average pace of 6:45 min/mile. Notably, Frank ended 7th in his division (M45-49) amongst 3624 participants. His consistent lap pacing is commendable, starting at 6:41 min/mile and maintaining sub-7:00 min/mile times throughout the marathon. This includes a standout 6:01 min/mile during mile 17, showcasing a remarkable surge in speed. Frank's position fluctuated between 221st and 147th overall, finishing 139th among male participants. His ability to push through the latter stages of the marathon, with splits often in the low 6-minute brackets, reflects strong endurance. The drop in speed in the final two miles suggests potential pacing adjustments for future races to maintain his earlier rapid tempo. Overall, this performance illustrates both his resilience and competitive edge in the M45-49 division.