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2 years ago 05/31/2023 10:12pm EDT

For current or former local race pacers, how did you become one? I am interested in being a race pacer, not professionally, just for smaller local races. Like the people that run with the sign at 3:20 marathon pace during the local marathon. While I haven't been racing super long (less than 2 years), I have been very consistent with my times and have raced extensively over a wide range of distances (5K-50K), and have a long history as a competitive endurance athlete. Any input would be much appreciated! I am in Northern California if that helps. Thanks!

2 years ago 05/31/2023 10:20pm EDT

re: oliver11

Some of the larger races use professional pace groups that have very strict requirements.

Otherwise, it’s fairly common that local running stores will work with race directors to supply pacers. A lot of times it’s actually harder to find pacers than one might think.

I would recommend talking to your local running store and/or reach out to local races that interest you and see if they are looking for pacers.

2 years ago 05/31/2023 10:21pm EDT

re: oliver11

Go to the website of a race you would want to pace for and see if they have info on there. For example (since you're in NorCal), the CIM pacer page is here:

runsra.org

Pace Team

Link:runsra.org/california-international-ma...

And it includes this info: Need more information? Contact Scott Vosburg, Pace Team Coordinator, at . Please be patient this email will be reviewed approximately every two weeks. If you require a prompt response race week please direct your question to a pace team member at the CIM expo.

paceteam@runsra.org

Good luck!

2 years ago 06/01/2023 11:37am EDT

re: oliver11

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For current or former local race pacers, how did you become one? I am interested in being a race pacer, not professionally, just for smaller local races. Like the people that run with the sign at 3:20 marathon pace during the local marathon. While I haven't been racing super long (less than 2 years), I have been very consistent with my times and have raced extensively over a wide range of distances (5K-50K) https://xender.vip/ , and have a long history as a competitive endurance athlete. Any input would be much appreciated! I am in Northern California if that helps. Thanks!

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