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2010 Pace Groups
Simon Clendon of Auckland’s YMCA Marathon Club is once again in charge of the Pace Groups for the Lion Foundation Rotorua Marathon. Simon has advised below how the Pacers can help you achieve your marathon (top section), and in the lower section is putting the call out for experienced runners to come forward to Pace for the Lion Foundation Rotorua Marathon. Thanks to Simon, and those who will pace, for all of their help.
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‘Participating Runner Section’
Once again the Lion Foundation Rotorua Marathon will have free pace groups to help you achieve your goal time. Pacers are there to maintain a consistent pace throughout the marathon with the aim of finishing just under your target time.
Your Pacer will offer encouragement and advice along the way, especially through those final hard kilometres. With years of experience running marathons they know what it feels like when the going gets tough. They also know the fantastic feeling you'll get when you cross the line with a dream time on the clock - remember to smile for the camera!
Running in a pace group has many advantages. A controlled pace is very important in a marathon. Start off too fast and you will pay dearly for it later; too slow and you'll finish fresher but may not reach your dream time. Another advantage of running in a group is the companionship of those around you. Chatting to others or listening to a conversation really helps those miles slip away.
Pacers will be identified by coloured balloons as well as Bib on their back displaying the target time. You will find your pace group near the sign in the start chute that displays that time. You are, of course, welcome to join a pack at any time during the marathon.
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Pace Groups
3h00m Red balloons
3h15m Green balloons
3h30m Blue balloons
3h45m Purple balloons
4h00m Yellow balloons
4h15m Orange balloons
4h30m Pink balloons
‘Call for Pacers’
How would you like to run the 2010 Lion Foundation Rotorua Marathon for free? The organisers will again have pace groups after their success at the 2009 event and will be waiving the entry fee for all official pacers.
Pace groups would not be possible without volunteers taking up the role of Pacers. If you are interested in this incredibly rewarding experience we would like to hear from you. Perhaps next year? We are now happily full for 2010.
Pace Groups
| Pace Group Time |
Pacer A |
Pacer B |
| 3h00m - Red Balloons |
Graeme Moore |
Warwick Brenan |
| 3h15m - Green Balloons |
David Lear |
Hugh Allison |
| 3h30m - Blue Balloons |
Brian Cullen |
Tony Warren |
| 3h45m - Purple Balloons |
Kiri Price |
Michael Walmsley |
| 4h00m - Yellow Balloons |
Simon Clendon |
Michael Simons |
| 4h15m - Orange Balloons |
Darrin Heaven |
Robert Scott |
| 4h30m - Pink Balloons |
Bill Lam |
Brian Tweed |
What makes a Pacer?
* A Pacer is usually an experienced marathon runner who knows their abilities and knows what a marathon can throw at them
* A Pacer knows how to run at a consistent pace
* A Pacer looks after their runners and provides encouragement and advice when needed
* A Pacer is someone willing to sacrifice their own marathon to help others achieve a personal goal
* A Pacer will generally run around half an hour slower than their normal marathon time
* A Pacer always has a smile on their face (even if they're hurting a bit!)
What are the rewards?
* Free entry!
* The satisfaction of helping others through what could be the toughest physical and mental challenge of their lives
* Peer and public recognition
* Putting something back into your sport
* Was free entry mentioned?
* Helium balloons to help you feel lighter on the day
The pace groups will normally consist of two Pacers, A & B (thanks to PatCarrollOnline Pacers for this suggestion):
A - Positioned at the front of the group and responsible for pace setting
B - Brings up the rear of the group and also acts as a back-up Pacer should the A Pacer falter
A minimum of six people are required to fill the roles of A and B Pacer for the three core groups, namely 3h30m, 4h00m and 4h30m. It would be fantastic to get more groups formed so don't hesitate to volunteer. A full list of possible pace groups is 3h00m, 3h15m, 3h30m, 3h45m, 4h00m, 4h15m and 4h30m. If your preferred group is full then please consider another or stay on a back-up list in case one of the selected pacers cannot run on the day.
If you are interested in becoming a Pacer for the 2010 Lion Foundation Rotorua Marathon then please apply by sending the following details to info@rotoruamarathon.co.nz
Remember to put ‘Pacer’ in the Subject Bar:
Name:
Home phone number:
Mobile phone number:
Preferred pace time: 3h00m, 3h15m, 3h30m, 3h45m, 4h00m, 4h15m and 4h30m
All time marathon PB time/date:
Recent marathon best time/date:
Marathon/pacing experience:
Thanks in anticipation!
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