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== Why use a pace group? ==
An organized pace group will help you achieve your target time. The pacers in a pace group will help you maintain the best pace for the race. For a flat course, that will be an even pace, and for a hilly course, it will be an even effort. The pacers will be able to offer advice, encouragement and guidance throughout the race.
* How will you identify your pacers in the race? Tee shirt, balloons, etc?
* What is the course like? Is it flat or hilly? Where are the hills? (You need to know this anyway!)
==Cautions==
Most pace groups are led by experienced runners who can comfortably run the race at the specified time, and will keep you at just the right pace. However, I’ve heard of a few instances where the pacer starts too fast, trying to ‘bank time’. Check with the pacer what their strategy is, which should be an even effort run, aiming to cross the line no more than 2 minutes faster than target pace. Always check that the pacer is on pace and be prepared to do your own thing if necessary.
== Tips for using a pace group ==