One Loop. Every Hour. Last Runner Standing. 30 Hour Limit. Welcome to the ultimate test of grit, strategy, and stubborn joy. The Backyard Ultra format is simple — and that’s what makes it brutal. Runners complete a loop every hour on the hour. Miss the cutoff, and you’re out. Keep going until only one runner remains. This isn’t just a race. It’s a battle of willpower, community, and the quiet voice inside that says one more loop. The Details The Date: May 30, 2026 @ 8 am The Loop: 3 1/3 mile trail course, with 200' of elevation gain. Course map can be found here. The Clock: A new loop starts every hour. If you’re not in the starting corral when the bell rings, your race is over. Live Online Tracking: Want to share your progress with friends and family in real-time? We got you covered! The Goal: Outlast everyone else. There is no finish line — only the last runner standing after 30 hours. Hey the RD needs sleep, too! In the event that multiple runners finish all 30 hours, the runner who
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 30.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Holland Patent, NY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
