New for 2026
There are several new things happening with BALS Racing in 2026, and we are stoked.
1) We are proud of our military and what they do to give us all the freedoms we have. Starting in 2026 and into the future all current/veterans of the military will receive 15% off with code: Military15
2) We are starting the BALS Foundation for 2026 and beyond. The BALS Foundation will provide healthy organic food to children and their families in need. 10% of the profits for each race will go towards the foundation.
3) The BALS (Be Active. Live Spontaneous.) Athletic Wear will be launching a rebrand with new designs throughout the year!
Coal & Coke Trail
Welcome to the inaugural Coal & Coke Fireworks 30/10 Miler. Put on by BALS (Be Active. Live Spontaneous.) Racing, we will be utilizing the Coal & Coke Trail system.
You will run a beautiful 5 mile out/back (10 mile loop) with approximately 145 feet of gain/loss per loop. The course is wide open non-technical double track. 100% flat and fast crushed gravel and pavement gives each participant amble opportunity to crush a PR goal. Bring a friend or two and enjoy the beautiful summer weather on your journey.
There is amble space near the start/finish line and trail for runners to set up their crewing areas for the race. You will be able to start setting up at 5:30AM on race morning Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Aid Station
BALS Racing is a huge advocate for healthy food...remember "Food is Fuel". There will be two aid stations set up (One at the start/finish line and one at the 5 mile turn around).
Start/finish line - hot organic food (protein pancakes, grilled cheese, cheese quesadillas, etc) along with organic (fruit, chips, candy, cookies, etc.), water, and Just Ingredients electrolyte mix
5 mile turn around - organic (fruit, chips, candy, cookies, etc.), water, and Just Ingredients electrolyte mix
Swag bag and Awards
The Swag Bag will consist of:
- Ice Bandana
- BALS Sticker
- SNB sample
- A few other goodies
All finishers will receive:
- Etched Pint Glass
- Handmade Medal from Brie Los
- Coal & Coke 30/10 Miler Sticker
The top 3 male/female in the Coal & Coke 30/10 Miler races will receive a custom handmade award from Brie Los and www.wickedskinsawards.com to take home.
Packet Pick Up
Packet pick up will take place Friday, July 10, 2026 from 4:00 - 7:00PM.
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And also Saturday, July 11, 2026 (Start/Finish line) from 5:30 - 6:30AM.
Pacers
Pacers are not allowed. We will allow exceptions on a case-by-case basis if there is a special need. Only Steven Lutjens (BALS Racing) can authorize the exception.
Lodging
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Refund Policy
This event will happen rain or shine...except for earthquakes, wildfires, snow storms, tropical storms, and tigers taking over the course causing the race to be shut down or postponed...No refunds will be issued. In the event something from another galaxy far, far away does happen you will be able to transfer your registration to the following year or to another runner if the new date does not work for you.
Pregnancy Deferral: BALS Racing loves mother runners and family comes first. If you find out you’re pregnant and don't feel comfortable running the race anymore we offer a 1 year deferral so you can come back and rock & roll your journey when you are ready! You also have the option of transferring your bib to another runner.
If you need to transfer your bib to another runner, you can do so up to 5 days out from the race on ultrasignup.
Spirit Animal
Each race will have a 'spirit animal' that my daughters choose. For this race it is a:
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Event's current local time: 10:30 AM ET
