I began running when 48 after I lost 110 pounds and found it becoming more and more difficult to manage my weight. After hating running for four months I experienced my first running high and never looked back. I have run 17 marathons, including four Boston marathons in the past four years. My favorite thing to do while running is to help people reach levels they never thought possible. Pacing has become one of the outlets where I have been able to enjoy this. My goal as a pacer for the 3:30 group is to run the first half (the hills) in such a way that we will be on pace or slightly ahead (a little bit in the bank) at the half marathon mark. Then we will finish the marathon in style as we make the final right hand turn in Schroon Lake to the finish line! I promise tips as appropriate and encouragement all the way. Let’s have a great run together.”

Hi, I’m Rich. I ran my first marathon in Burlington, VT in 2010 thinking it was going to be a “one and done.” A month later I found myself searching for another… then another. I’ve now completed over thirty one marathons and ultramarathons including the Boston to Big Sur Challenge and the Vermont 100. Helping others reach their racing goals is one of the most rewarding aspects of running and I’m excited to help you reach yours. When I’m not running, I’m an engineer specializing in industrial noise control. Think about that for a minute.

I started running marathons at the age of 39. At the age of 48 I had knee problems and changed my running style. I started running barefoot, changed to running in FiveFingers and now can run in any shoe. At the age of 50 I began to focus on ultra running and completed my first 50 miler. I have now completed several 50 mile races and the VT 100 twice. I have paced the Vermont City Marathon 8 times and believe this will be my 4th time pacing the Adirondack Marathon. I enjoy helping other by pacing. My goal is to keep you motivated and to provide you with advice along the way to help you complete the race in the time you want to complete it. I will reach the finish line with about a minute to spare and then hope to cheer you on as you come across the finish line.

Hi…I’m Rick from Salisbury, Vermont. A “few” years ago I decided to take on the challenge of completing my first marathon in Burlington Vermont, wanting to do just one in my lifetime and definitely before turning forty. I never realized that it would change my life for the better…forever. Now my wife Karen and I are on a lifelong quest, traveling across the countryside and completing at least one marathon in every state and continent. We still have a ways to go, but as they say…” the journey is half the fun”! Like life running a marathon has its ups and downs, but with running you get the chance to complete something great within a “short time”.

I started running after college and ran my first marathon in 1990 in the Vermont City Marathon. I was the top Vermont Women finisher for 5 or 6 of the years. What I love about the marathon is the people you meet while training and racing. My goal for this race is really to help you meet your goals. We will run a steady pace but will slow some going up the hills and at aid stations (make sure to hydrate and fuel) and speed up a bit on the downhill portions of the race. and

I am a scientist with a running problem. I’ve paced several half and full marathons and raced every distance from 5K to 100 milers, completing over 40 marathons, multiple 50 milers, 100K and 100 milers. I love helping others achieve their fitness goals and if you are looking to run a steady pace or perhaps finish your first marathon, come run with me!

I’m originally from the UK. I moved here in 1999 after working as a fitness instructor on cruise ships. I’ve been running on & off since high school, but had always thought about running the London marathon. Given my new location, New York marathon was a fabulous substitute! To date I’ve run 25 marathons & 68 half marathons, along with 11 Ragnar Relays. I’ve been pacing for 7 years now & I absolutely love it. I usually have my Union Jack attached to my pacer sign, so be sure to look out for me!