In many of my previous marathons I’ve printed off and worn a wrist pace band to help achieve my time goals. It’s quite an easy thing to do – head on over to the Runner’s World web site, enter your target time & race distance and print the band. Once you’ve trimmed the sheet of paper to size you’re all set.
Unless you take the time to waterproof the band, you’ll often find it breaks before you even get to the finish line. Sometimes it’s uncomfortable on the wrist and sometimes you can’t even read the splits. Very frustrating!
Enter the PaceTat – a durable transfer that’s applied to your arm. The text is easy to read and it’s comfortable to boot.
PaceTat is a convenient way to stick to your pace on training runs and on race day. It’s very comfortable and won’t get in your way or chafe like the pace bands and home-made solutions.
How to use PaceTat:
1. Make sure your skin is clean and free of oils & makeup.
2. Remove clear, protective top sheet.
3. Press PaceTat firmly onto clean, dry skin with design facing down.
4. Hold wet cloth against back of PaceTat, press down and make sure to wet it thoroughly.
5. Wait 30 seconds – no need to rush! Peel away paper backing.
6. Gently rinse image with water for best results.
To ensure proper adhesion, allow PaceTat to dry for at least two hours before running.
Watch the video to clarify any points you’re unsure of:
Prices start at $2.00 each (perfect for race day!) or you can buy a pack of ten for $16.00 – a saving of $4.00 compared to buying them individually.
The only negative for me is that the finish times start at 3 hours 10 minutes. The last 5 or 6 marathons I’ve run have all been completed in under 3 hours, so the transfer would be of no use to me. I’m sure PaceTat could do something custom, but I really feel they should offer something off the shelf as it were.
Full marks to PaceTat for thinking outside the box though – great idea and sure to be winner at the races!