2023 Sleepy Kraken RunYak
Saturday, June 10, 2023
Past event
9:00 AM CDT
Coker, Alabama
$32.80–$128.20 · 9 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the 2023 Sleepy Kraken RunYak on Saturday, June 10th! This exciting event will take place at the beautiful Lake Lurleen State Park in Coker, Tuscaloosa. Join us for the 4th annual Duathlon, featuring a thrilling 2-mile road run, a 2-mile paddle (either kayak or paddleboard), and finishing off with a scenic 2-mile trail run. For our young athletes aged 8-14, there's a special 1-mile road run, 1-mile paddle, and 1-mile road run to keep the competitive spirit alive!
If paddling isn’t your style, no worries! Participants can choose to tackle a challenging 4-mile run, perfect for runners and walkers of all fitness levels. With proceeds benefiting the Special Programming for Achievement Network (S.P.A.N.) of Tuscaloosa, your participation not only promises a fun-filled day but also supports a great cause. Don’t miss out on post-race food by Foosackly's and the chance to win exciting awards for top finishers in various categories. Make sure to register early for a chance to snag a cool swag bag and join us for an
If paddling isn’t your style, no worries! Participants can choose to tackle a challenging 4-mile run, perfect for runners and walkers of all fitness levels. With proceeds benefiting the Special Programming for Achievement Network (S.P.A.N.) of Tuscaloosa, your participation not only promises a fun-filled day but also supports a great cause. Don’t miss out on post-race food by Foosackly's and the chance to win exciting awards for top finishers in various categories. Make sure to register early for a chance to snag a cool swag bag and join us for an
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Races
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2 mile Run/2 mile Paddle/2 mile Run (Male Individual 15 and older)
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$64.60
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2 mile Run/2 mile Paddle/2 mile Run (Male Team 15 and older)
Incl. $8.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Please include TEAM Name.
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$128.20
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2 mile Run/2 mile Paddle/2 mile Run (Female Team 15 and older)
Incl. $8.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Please include TEAM Name.
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$128.20
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2 mile Run/2 mile Paddle/2 mile Run (Co-Ed Team 15 and older)
Incl. $8.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Please include TEAM Name.
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$128.20
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1 mile Run/1 mile Paddle/1 mile Run (Male Individual 8 to 14)
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$43.40
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1 mile Run/1 mile Paddle/1 mile Run (Male Team 8 to 14)
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Please include TEAM Name.
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$85.80
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1 mile Run/1 mile Paddle/1 mile Run (Female Team 8 to 14)
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Please include TEAM Name.
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$85.80
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1 mile Run/1 mile Paddle/1 mile Run (Co-Ed Team 8 to 14)
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Please include TEAM Name.
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$85.80
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4 mile run (Male)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$32.80
Organiser's description
Come join us for the 4th annual Sleepy Kraken RunYak on Saturday, June 10th 2023 at Lake Lurleen State Park! This Duathlon consists of a 2 mile road run, 2 mile paddle (Kayak or Paddleboard) and finishes with a 2 mile trail run. We added last year for youth 8-14 years of age a 1 mile road run, 1 mile paddle (Kayak or Paddleboard) and finishes with a 1 mile road run.
Last year's race video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cIQrkvb_A4
For those that don't paddle, don't fret we offer a challenging 4 miler for runners and walkers of all fitness levels.
THE BIG RUN X SLEEPY KRAKEN RUNYAK PRESENTED BY TUSCALOOSA TRACK CLUB & BROOKS TRAINING PROGRAM SPONSORED BY FLEET FEET OF TUSCALOOSA. CHECK OUT THE LINK TO A GREAT TRAINING PROGRAM TO GET READY FOR THIS YEAR'S EVENT.
https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/tuscaloosa/training/the-big-run-presented-by-brooks-training-program
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT S.P.A.N. OF TUSCALOOSA (SPECIAL PROGRAMMING FOR ACHIEVEMENT NETWORK) https://www.facebook.com/spantusc/about as well as healthy incentives with the Tuscaloosa Track Club.
POST RACE FOOD PROVIDED BY FOOSACKLY'S OF TUSCALOOSA. 405 15TH ST E.
Awards:
Top 3 Overall M/F Solo (Adult & Youth)
Top 3 Overall M/F/Co-ed teams (Adult & Youth)
Teams consist of 2 people. Each team member must run one leg of the race, both will paddle together.
Top 3 Male/Female in Run only division
Age requirement is 7 years old participating with a parent, 12 to race alone in the (2-2-2). PFDs are required to be worn by all competitors regardless of swimming ability! Not wearing the required PFD will result in an immediate Disqualification, period.
Registration Fees: (Includes shirt if registered by 5/31)!
Adults - $45 per participant or $90 per team. (Day of $55/$110)
Youth - $30 per participant or $60 per team. (Day of $40/$80)
Run Only is $25 and includes shirt (if registered by 5/31)! (Day of $30)
FIRST 75 PARTICIPANTS TO REGISTER WILL BE GUARANTEED TO RECEIVE A COOL SWAG BAG!!
Participants must provide their own boat/board. You can contact the park to arrange rental but they have a limited number.
You can also contact STAND UP at 205-394-4921 to RSVP paddleboard rental. A limited number available, so RSVP now. Cost is a $10.00 cash donation per board paid day of event. No RSVP with STAND UP, no rental.
Lake Lurleen Admission costs: This is in addition to race entry fee & will be paid to gate attendant on race day!
$4 for adults (12-61)
$2 for Children 4-11
$2 for Seniors (62+)
Free for babies (0-3 years)
HONOR SYSTEM IN PLACE TO PAY:
DAY USE FEES
IF ATTENDANT NOT ON DUTY - CASH ONLY - CORRECT CHANGE NEEDED
DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR EXTRA CASH! WE WILL AGAIN HAVE OUR ANNUAL KAYAK RAFFLE. ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE 1 RAFFLE TICKET IN THEIR SWAG BAY, BUT WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE MORE TO INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING THIS YEAR PRIZE!
Late Registration & Packet Pick-up is Saturday morning 6:30 - 7:45am. Race begins at 8:00am!!
Last year's race video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cIQrkvb_A4
For those that don't paddle, don't fret we offer a challenging 4 miler for runners and walkers of all fitness levels.
THE BIG RUN X SLEEPY KRAKEN RUNYAK PRESENTED BY TUSCALOOSA TRACK CLUB & BROOKS TRAINING PROGRAM SPONSORED BY FLEET FEET OF TUSCALOOSA. CHECK OUT THE LINK TO A GREAT TRAINING PROGRAM TO GET READY FOR THIS YEAR'S EVENT.
https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/tuscaloosa/training/the-big-run-presented-by-brooks-training-program
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT S.P.A.N. OF TUSCALOOSA (SPECIAL PROGRAMMING FOR ACHIEVEMENT NETWORK) https://www.facebook.com/spantusc/about as well as healthy incentives with the Tuscaloosa Track Club.
POST RACE FOOD PROVIDED BY FOOSACKLY'S OF TUSCALOOSA. 405 15TH ST E.
Awards:
Top 3 Overall M/F Solo (Adult & Youth)
Top 3 Overall M/F/Co-ed teams (Adult & Youth)
Teams consist of 2 people. Each team member must run one leg of the race, both will paddle together.
Top 3 Male/Female in Run only division
Age requirement is 7 years old participating with a parent, 12 to race alone in the (2-2-2). PFDs are required to be worn by all competitors regardless of swimming ability! Not wearing the required PFD will result in an immediate Disqualification, period.
Registration Fees: (Includes shirt if registered by 5/31)!
Adults - $45 per participant or $90 per team. (Day of $55/$110)
Youth - $30 per participant or $60 per team. (Day of $40/$80)
Run Only is $25 and includes shirt (if registered by 5/31)! (Day of $30)
FIRST 75 PARTICIPANTS TO REGISTER WILL BE GUARANTEED TO RECEIVE A COOL SWAG BAG!!
Participants must provide their own boat/board. You can contact the park to arrange rental but they have a limited number.
You can also contact STAND UP at 205-394-4921 to RSVP paddleboard rental. A limited number available, so RSVP now. Cost is a $10.00 cash donation per board paid day of event. No RSVP with STAND UP, no rental.
Lake Lurleen Admission costs: This is in addition to race entry fee & will be paid to gate attendant on race day!
$4 for adults (12-61)
$2 for Children 4-11
$2 for Seniors (62+)
Free for babies (0-3 years)
HONOR SYSTEM IN PLACE TO PAY:
DAY USE FEES
IF ATTENDANT NOT ON DUTY - CASH ONLY - CORRECT CHANGE NEEDED
DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR EXTRA CASH! WE WILL AGAIN HAVE OUR ANNUAL KAYAK RAFFLE. ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE 1 RAFFLE TICKET IN THEIR SWAG BAY, BUT WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE MORE TO INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING THIS YEAR PRIZE!
Late Registration & Packet Pick-up is Saturday morning 6:30 - 7:45am. Race begins at 8:00am!!
Location
Lake Lurleen State Park, 13226 Lake Lurleen Rd, Coker, 35452, AL, United States
2023 Sleepy Kraken RunYak
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