Pace Band & Race Card

Build a printable race card with split times and nutrition reminders. Sized for your bike top tube, wrist, or race bib.

1

Race Details

2

Target Time

3

Nutrition Plan

Add reminders for when to eat, drink, or take gels. These show up at the specified markers on your card.

How to Use a Race Card

A race card combines split times with nutrition reminders into a single compact strip you carry during your race. Unlike a basic pace band that only shows times, a race card is your complete race-day reference — telling you both where you should be and what you should be consuming at each checkpoint.

Three Columns, One Card

  • Distance markers so you know exactly where you are
  • Cumulative goal times to stay on pace
  • Nutrition reminders so you never miss a fueling window

Race Cards by Sport

Cycling

Cycling race cards are sized to fit on your bike's top tube (approximately 1.5" x 6"). Apply with clear packing tape or use a top tube race number holder. Plan for 40-60g of carbs per hour on rides over 90 minutes.

Running

Running race cards are sized for your wrist (approximately 1.5" x 8"). Wrap around your forearm and secure with clear tape or a sweatband. Keep nutrition simple — gels every 30-45 minutes with water at aid stations.

Triathlon

Triathlon race cards include separate sections for swim, bike, and run. The bike section is the most critical for nutrition since that's where you consume the most calories.

Printing Tips

  1. Print: Use the Print button or download the PDF for a precisely sized card
  2. Cut: Cut along the dashed lines carefully
  3. Weather-Proof: Laminate or cover with clear packing tape
  4. Attach: Top tube tape for cycling, wrist wrap for running

Race Day Essentials

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

GU Energy Gel Variety Pack

Race-day fuel for endurance events. Easy to carry and consume on the move.

View on Amazon

Top Tube Race Number Holder

Clear sleeve for attaching race cards and numbers to your bike top tube.

View on Amazon

Garmin Forerunner 265

AMOLED GPS watch with pace alerts and race predictor.

View on Amazon

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a pace band and how does it work?
A pace band is a printable strip that shows your target split times at each mile or kilometer marker during a race. Our enhanced race card version adds a nutrition column so you can track fueling alongside pacing. Wear it on your wrist, attach to your bike top tube, or pin to your race bib.
What sports does the race card generator support?
The generator supports cycling (25mi to 112mi+), running (5K to 50K+), and triathlon (Sprint, Olympic, 70.3, 140.6). Cycling cards are sized for bike top tubes, running cards for wristbands, and triathlon cards include separate swim/bike/run sections.
How should I plan nutrition on my race card?
A general guideline is 30-60g of carbohydrates per hour for events over 90 minutes. For cycling, plan nutrition every 20-30 minutes. For running, every 30-45 minutes. The tool pre-populates sensible defaults based on your race distance that you can fully customize.
Does the race card work for triathlon?
Yes! The triathlon mode generates a race card with separate sections for swim, bike, and run. Each section has its own split times and nutrition plan, helping you manage pacing and fueling across all three disciplines.
What's the difference between mile and kilometer splits?
Mile splits show cumulative time at each mile marker, while kilometer splits show times at each kilometer. Use the unit system that matches your race course markers. US races typically use miles, while international races use kilometers.