Surprises. The upcoming Great Lapu-Lapu Run has plenty of it. Running Marshals to ensure runners safety and concerns, Pacers to help newbie runners achieve their goal finish time and Registration date extension for those who are still unable to register.
Running Marshals. They are marshals who run the route together with the other participants. They make sure no runner is left unattended in case of emergencies or untoward events.
Pacers. They are participants who are set to run at a specific pace to finish at a predetermined time. The Great Lapu-Lapu Run announced recently that they will be providing pacers for this Sunday's 21K race. These runners will be identified by balloons tied to their singlets with a corresponding FINISH TIME.
Set to finish at 2:00-2:15 is Kenneth Casquejo of RUN CHECK. He will be running at pace of 5:40 - 6:20/KM. He is a member of the Cebu Executive Runners Club and has finished many full marathons since he started running. He runs frequently with his wife Dr. E. Casquejo, Obstetrician, along the early Cebu City streets.
Our second Pacer is James Michael Go. He is set to cross the finish line at 2:16-2:30. James experienced his first full marathon last January during the Cebu City Marathon but has been a runner for 3 years. He is one of three founding members of CVGH Runners and trains constantly with friends, relatives and myself. A practicing nurse at CVGH, he juggles duty hours, gym and running almost everyday. He will be running at a pace of 6:25 - 7:05/KM to cross the finish line at the set time.
Registration for the GLLR has been extended due requests from out of town participants. 21K and 10K registrants have only up to April 15 to register since names have to be logged in for the RFID timing chips. 3K and 5K runners are given up to Saturday to register as a "NO BANDITS" rule will be implemented. Bandits will be advised to defer from the route and some will be taken pictures and posted at the website. Registration still ongoing at announced locations.
Race packets will be distributed starting tomorrow and the final race route announced. The route was checked twice and is accurate by the meter. Don't forget to carbo load 2-3 days before the race and drink lots of water. As much as possible, rest your legs a day prior to the race.
See you on the Road!!!
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ReplyDeletewhat if you go with one pacer then slack off? is that ok? i havent tried running with pacers yet.
Murag dako ra nga range ang 15 minutes, 5 or 10 mins sigura dapat ang gintang. And there should be at least two per target finish-- one at the lead and the other pacer as sweeper.
ReplyDeleteHi Abby... You can always run with one pacer and try and maintain or if not... Run with the other slower pacer... No problem
ReplyDeleteHi Haids... We intentionally came up with 1 pacer coz they are a bit hard to come by... We are still looking for a pacer for Sub-2.. hehehe... KEn can lead the faster pace then if one drops off pace... James can act as sweeper... hehehe...
nindot mga gimmik ha! thanks for these cool ideas Reel, ur a tremendous boost to our efforts! Thanks for all your support!
ReplyDeleteYour welcome noy...
ReplyDeleteMaybe our pacers should be introduced on stage prior to the race so runners can identify them earlier. They can just round up the group so they can lead... Still looking for a sub-2 pacer... hahahaha
sir, what will be the traffic situation on sunday 6am from punta engano going to cebu city? will they close the road?
ReplyDeleteDoc ikaw diay pace sa sub 2:00? I am just beginning to appreciate the value of pacers. They keep your mind off from constantly worrying and checking your time. Time keeping will become the pacers job now. Hopefully they have Garmin...for accuracy lol. The key is to know your pace before hand then find a pacer that matches your target FT. Going with the wrong and fast pace group can spell disaster for most. http://www.clifbar.com/play/pace_team/
ReplyDeleteHi Ken... I can't pace coz I am racing to break my last PR... Hopefully i do better than 1 hour 40 mins... I think its a bit too fast for pacing and I will be doing tempos during the race... Yes, PACERS have GARMIN watches... See you Ken and Congrats on your Cause...
ReplyDeleteTraffic in Mactan will NOT be closed... Runners should be aware of their surroundings... Marshals are abundant but it always helps to keep an eye for crazy motorist...
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ReplyDeleteI hope to be back for CCM 2011 Doc. See you then...
ReplyDeletethanks for the updates! this is very much appreciated.
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ReplyDeletenice. . . . pacers
had I known organizers were looking for pacers, I wud have gladly volunteered for 2:30:00
maybe next time ! !