Saturday 9 January 2027
Sandy Point Backyard Ultra
Invercargill, Sandy Point, Oreti Beach
The race
About this course
The Sandy Point Backyard Ultra is an endurance race that features a unique last one standing format. Competitors must complete a 6.7km course within one hour, with each lap followed by a recovery period until the next hour begins. The event continues until only one runner remains who can complete an additional lap beyond the others.
The course itself is set in an undulating, cross-country terrain, offering participants a challenging experience. Notably, the background sound of waves from nearby Oreti Beach adds to the atmosphere, creating a connection to the natural environment. This event fosters a strong sense of community, as participants often support one another throughout the race. The Backyard Ultra format encourages camaraderie and resilience, making it a distinctive experience for both runners and spectators.
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Distances
1 x 6.7K 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
Southland Region 9879, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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