On Pace for a Strong Finish

Want to keep on track with your goal time? Our Taupō Marathon pacers are here to help!

These legends will be running set times across the marathon and half marathon distances to support participants looking to finish strong — whether you're chasing a personal best, aiming for consistency, or just want someone to help guide the way.

Each pacer will be clearly marked with a pacer bib, orange t-shirt
and a balloon.

Marathon Pacer Targets:

3:00 | 3:15 | 3:30 | 3:45 | 4:00 | 4:15 | 4:30 | 4:45 | 5:00

Half Marathon Pacer Targets:

1:30 | 1:40 | 1:50 | 2:00 | 2:10 | 2:20 | 2:30

Pacers will be running to net (mat) time — so your official time starts when you cross the timing mat, not when the starting horn sounds.

Please note: pace groups are based on availability and may be subject to change.