Dublin Marathon Pacers Jamie Killeen & Mike Kissane answer YOUR questions 2026

A special Thursday episode because we couldn't wait till Monday to drop this one. We have two Dublin Marathon pacers, Jamie Killeen & Mike Kissane, to answer all your Dublin Marathon pacer-related questions ahead of the big day. They cover race-week preparation, finding and using pace groups, handling crowds and hills, fuelling, staying mentally composed, and getting the most from the atmosphere all the way to the finish.

00:00 — Meet the pacers: Jamie and Mike
03:14 — Race-week preparation and start-line logistics
09:55 — Choosing the right pace group and avoiding a fast start
12:10 — Managing crowds in the opening kilometres
15:32 — Water stations, pacing groups, and staying relaxed
19:20 — Even pacing, hills, and race strategy
21:35 — Enjoying the atmosphere without burning energy too early
25:56 — Tough stretches of the Dublin course and how to handle them
28:05 — Toilet stops, pace bands, and using your watch wisely
32:13 — Splits, Plan B, and adjusting expectations mid-race
38:21 — Why running with a pace group can transform the day
43:36 — Tackling the final hills and the last 5K
48:04 — Managing disappointment and celebrating the finish
50:48 — Spectators, family meet-up plans, and post-race logistics
55:09 — Final encouragement for Dublin Marathon day

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