Saucony You Race, We Pace

June 29, 2025

Run at a unique location & with help from pace makers to a PR

What?

Is your personal record in the 5km due for renewal? Saucony You Race, We Pace!

This crowd favorite is back: in a new location, but just as fast-paced and just as iconic.

During this unique running event, a trained group of pace setters will be ready for all participants. They provide the pace; you, the participant, must hitch your wagon. Do you manage to catch on? Then a brand new personal record awaits you at the finish line.

What do we expect from you? Give your all for 5 kilometers.

Ready to get in the starting blocks? And yes, you get to pass the pacers!

Details.

When?

June 29, 2025

Hour

Reception: 12:30 p.m.
First wave: 1:30 p.m.

Where?

Nekkerhallen Mechelen

Plattebeekstraat 1, 2800 Mechelen

How far?

5 km

Registration is possible until?

June 27, 2025

What do I get for this?

Super fast track
Trained Pacers
End supply
Store sports bags
Electronic timekeeping
Sports accident insurance
Medal

Terms and conditions?

Read them here

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Route

Whether you're aiming for an insane 3'00/kilometer average or a first, handsome swim under 30 minutes? Saucony You Race, We Pace is here for different levels.

Dusssss do you feel like challenging yourself in a unique competition format where your biggest competitor is the clock?

Is your target time on the 5 km between 15 and 35 minutes?
Want to race at a special location?
Do you also run better when a DJ plays your favorite running disc along the way?

Then sign up quickly for Saucony You Race, We Pace. Places are limited.

Curious about the more values of pacers? You'll find out in this blog.

The course will consist of 5 laps of 1 km around the Nekkerhallen.

Program

At least one pacer will be provided per pace group of max 30 participants.

Each tempo group starts at a different time so participants can chase their PRs unhindered.

The first series begins at 1:30 p.m.

There will be as many as 14 series! With these target times:

15'00 - 16'00 - 17'00 - 18'00 - 19'00 - 20'00 - 21'00

22'00 - 23'00 - 25'00 - 27'30 - 30'00 - 32'30 - 35'00

Practical info

Day registration

Are possible if there are still starting numbers.

Parking

Coming by car? You can park on the grounds of the Nekkerhallen itself. Parking will be indicatedn.

Public transportation

Train

The railway station Mechelen-Nekkerspoel is about a 20-minute walk.

Bus

The Nekkerhal is best reached by the following lines:

Bus 530 and 681: stop 'Mechelen Nekker'.

Or within walking distance:

Bus 1, 510, 511, 512, 520 and 532: 'Weidestraat' stop
Bus 560, 561: stop 'Mechelen Nekkerspoel'.

Medal

Each participant will receive a medal at the finish line as a souvenir.

Start Hour

Depending on your target time. These will come online later. The first series will start at 1:30 p.m.

Be sure to arrive 30' in advance, also consider your warm-up time.

Luggage

Free storage is provided for your personal belongings.

Changing rooms, showers and sanitary facilities

Showers and locker rooms are not available. You can, however, use the restrooms.

Beverage and food outlets

Food trucks and a beverage stand will be on hand to quench thirst and replenish the fuel tank.

Sports Insurance

Read here

A few days before the race you will receive another email with the final practical info.

Saucony Test Shoes

Saucony is also descending on the event to give you an extra push. They are bringing a whole selection of test shoes including their fastest carbon shoes.

Would you like to use a Saucony test pair during your record attempt? Then be there in time for you to choose your desired model and size.

Participation fee

Places per series are limited, so register quickly!

FAQ

How can I resell my ticket?

Are you unexpectedly unable to attend and have found someone willing to take over your ticket? You can easily arrange this yourself until 8 p.m. the night before the event. Read how it works here or watch the instruction video.

Have another question? Then send us an email at events@keeponrunning.be.

Walk with us!

Registration is open until

June 27, 2025

Personal Coaching.

Prepare for your running challenge.

Would you like to keep running injury-free and enjoy this fantastic sport while getting yourself optimally prepared for an upcoming running challenge? Then maybe our brand new coaching package is just the thing for you!