Bailes Ridge

Welcome to the inaugural Bailes Ridge 8 hour and 12 hour race. Put on by BALS (Be Active. Live Spontaneous) Racing, we will be utilizing the Bailes Ridge Nature Trail. You will run a beautiful 1.4 mile loop with approximately 100 feet of elevation gain/loss per loop. The 8 hour option gives you a great opportunity to accomplish your first 50K or set a PR. The 12 hour option gives you a stellar opportunity to tackle your first 50 miler or set a new PR. With nontechnical terrain and double track trails bring a friend or two and enjoy the beautiful spring weather on your journey.

There is amble space near the start/finish line for over 1,000 runners to set up their crewing areas for the race. You will be able to start setting up at 6:00AM on race morning Saturday, May 3, 2025. You will be within a 300 foot walk of your vehicle.

Aid Station

BALS Racing is a huge advocate for healthy food...remember "Food is Fuel". There will be one aid station set up at the start/finish line with all organic food (fruit, chips, candy, cookies, etc.). Water and Tailwind will also be provided to keep everyone hydrated during their journey. Throughout the day we will be cooking hot organic food...therefore no one should ever be hungry.

Awards

The top 3 male/female in the 8 and 12 hour 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, May 2, 2025 (place to be determined) from 5:00 - 7:00PM. And also Saturday, May 3, 2025 (Start/Finish line) from 6:30 - 7:30AM.

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

TownePlace Suites by Marriot, 1047 Red Ventures Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29707
(1.8 miles from the event)
- $125 Double Queen Studio
- $125 Single King Studio
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Refund Policy

This event will happen rain or shine...except for earthquakes, wildfires, snow storms, tropical storms, and snow leopards taking over the course causing the race to be shut down or postponed...No refunds will be issued. In the event something crazy 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 your 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:

Snow Leopard... Why: Because they are one of their favorite animals and they like all big cats. They live in the snow and they like snow. Adding to that, snow leopards are perfectly adapted to the cold, barren landscape of their high altitude homes...as many ultra runners have to adapt throughout the race to the plethora of problems that may arise. You will see a snow leopard theme with your swag and awards.

Event's current local time: 2:10 PM ET