Ames, IA
Race Details
Back The Blue Pump N Run
Back The Blue Pump N Run is an upcoming race scheduled for Sat, Oct 10 2026 in Ames, IA (America/Chicago timezone).
Register
- 2026-10-10
Race Date
- Open
Registration Status
- Ames, IA
Location
Event Schedule
Here is the latest schedule of events:
| Name | Distance | Type | Price | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back the Blue Pump N Run | 3.1 Miles | running_race | $40.00 | 10/10/2026 09:00 |
| Kids Fun Run | running_race | $0.00 | 10/10/2026 08:45 |
Back The Blue Pump N Run Race Details
The latest details from your Race Directors:
Pump, Run or Walk to Back the Blue. 5K Pump and Run a participant's score will be based on a combination of how many times he/she can bench press a % of their weight (see weight charts posted on the Facebook page for this event) & 5K race time. Pump and Run athletes can weigh in and lift between 8:00 am and 8:45 am on race day. Race to start shortly after.
To calculate the score, an athlete will reduce their 5K run time by 30 seconds for each successful lift (maximum 30 reps for a maximum of 15-minute reduction. Participants may also just run or walk in the 5k portion of the event. The top male and female participants in each age category will receive a medal. There will be a traveling trophy for top Law Enforcement Official.
Kids dash at 8:45 on race day.
Race Date
(America/Chicago timezone)