2023 Sleepy Kraken RunYak

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!!