Pace Band Generator
Print a free pace band for your next race: a wristband strip showing exactly what your watch should read at every kilometre or mile marker. Pick a race, set your goal time, print, cut out, tape around your wrist. No sign-up, no PDF download needed — your browser's print dialog does it all (choose Save as PDF there if you'd rather have a file).
What is a pace band?
A pace band is the oldest bit of race-day tech there is: a strip of paper around your wrist listing the cumulative time you should see at every distance marker if you're on target. Glance at your band as you pass the 10 km sign — if your watch shows less, you're ahead; more, you're behind. No mental arithmetic at 30 km, when your brain has stopped doing division.
How to print and wear it
- Set your race and goal time above — the band preview updates as you type.
- Press Print. Only the band prints, not the rest of the page. (Pick Save as PDF as the destination if you want a file to keep or share.)
- Cut along the dashed border, trim to your wrist size.
- Wrap and tape. Clear packing tape works best — it doubles as waterproofing against rain and sweat.
- Race by it. Check the band at each marker and adjust gently — a few seconds at a time, never a surge.
Why even splits beat banking time
This band uses even pacing: every kilometre in the same time. "Banking" time by running the first half fast feels safe but is the most common way to blow up — the minutes you gain early cost you more later, because fatigue isn't linear. Most world records at distances from 10,000 m to the marathon have been set with near-even or negative splits. If you feel strong late in the race, that's the time to spend your energy — the band tells you exactly how much room you have.
Frequently asked questions
What is a pace band?
A narrow strip of paper listing the cumulative time you should reach each kilometre or mile marker to hit your goal. You print it, cut it out and wear it on your wrist on race day.
How do I print it?
Set your race and goal above, press Print, and only the band itself is printed. Choosing "Save as PDF" in the print dialog gives you a downloadable PDF instead of paper.
Why even splits?
Even pacing is the most reliable strategy for most runners: banking time early usually costs more later than it saves. Race to the band, then finish fast if you have anything left.