Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Karl Bassler #10183 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with Steady Improvement Karl Bassler, a dedicated runner from Laguna Beach, completed the 2025 Portland Marathon with an official time of 4:17:56, averaging a pace of 9:50 per mile over the 26.2-mile course. Karl consistently maintained a near-9:50 pace through most of the race. Notably, his fastest splits occurred between miles 4 and 6, registering 9:04 per mile. This demonstrates a strong mid-race effort, contributing to his overall performance. In the Male 55-59 division, Karl finished 21st, showing competitive consistency within his age group. While his previous race in 2024 had a slightly faster finish (4:11:02), this race was still marked by effective pacing strategies. Notably, Karl experienced slower splits in the latter part of the race, such as an 11:11 split at mile 25. Considering his past performances, focusing on the final quarter of the marathon might help to regain his previous faster finishes. Well-balanced effort throughout the race remains a commendable aspect of his run.