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THE ROUTE needed. For this reason, runners should take note that only the official Comrades Marathon Pacesetters have permission to run with pacesetting time flags during the race. Runners carrying unofficial pacing flags will be asked to discard them, in order to ensure that the route does not become congested with multiple buses.”

“ Finally, we’ d like to thank the Official Comrades Marathon Pacesetters for their service to the race and their fellow runners, as they always add an incredible layer to the camaraderie and spirit of our event,” adds Dalais.

Runners who would like to join one of the Official Comrades Pacesetting Buses should look for the prominent flags carried by the Pacesetters, and should take note that the Bus Drivers and their passengers will be asked to stay on one side of the road throughout the race, so as not to block the road for other runners.

Hugs and high-fives all-round are the norm for Pacesetters when they bring their buses home

The Comrades Marathon Pacesetters often pick up a lot of‘ passengers’ in their‘ buses.’

The Pacesetters volunteer their race to help other runners achieve their goals

Here is the full roster of 2026 Official Comrades Marathon Pacesetters, with their target times and starting Groups and Seeding Batches listed so that runners know where to look out for them.

RACE NR GENDER START BATCH

Images: Comrades Marathon Association

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