Saturday 16 January 2027
Krayzie Chicks Frontyard Ultra
Christchurch, Kaiapoi Island
The race
About this course
The Krayzie Chicks Frontyard Ultra offers a unique twist on the traditional Backyard Ultra format, tailored specifically for women. Set at Kaiapoi Island in Christchurch, the event features a 6km loop designed to create a less intense atmosphere while still providing the challenge of consecutive laps.
Participants must complete each lap within an hour, utilizing any remaining time for recovery and hydration. The event concludes when only one competitor has completed one more lap than the others, adding a strategic element to pacing and stamina management.
As a self-supported race, competitors are responsible for their own nutrition and hydration needs throughout the event. This fosters a sense of independence and encourages participants to devise their own strategies for sustenance while experiencing the camaraderie of fellow runners. The setting on Kaiapoi Island provides a scenic backdrop, enhancing the overall experience of this unique running challenge.
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Distances
1 x 6K lap per hour - last one standing format
What to expect
Race day conditions
Terrain and altitude come from the course. Weather is a ten-year average for this date, not a forecast.
Weather data by Open-Meteo(opens in a new tab).
Getting there
Event location
Kaiapoi Island, Canterbury Region, New ZealandGet directions(opens in a new tab)
From runners
What runners wish they’d known
Event details and map location come from public information on the official event website(opens in a new tab). If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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