Saturday 25 September 2027
The Awa Backyard Ultra
Whanganui, That Place MTB Park
The race
About this course
The Awa Backyard Ultra introduces a unique format of backyard ultra distance running to Whanganui, where participants tackle a 6.7km lap, known as a ‘yard,’ on the hour, every hour. This challenging event continues until only one runner remains, who must complete a full lap to be declared the winner, while all other participants are recorded as DNF.
For those seeking a shorter experience, the Backyard 6 offers the same structure but concludes after 6 hours. Participants completing the full duration will cover nearly the distance of a marathon, with 3 laps approaching a half marathon.
The atmosphere is characterized by a strong sense of community and camaraderie, as runners support one another throughout the event. The scenic course weaves through the region, providing a backdrop that enhances the overall experience. Logistics are well organized, ensuring that participants have access to necessary amenities and support during the race.
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Distances
1 x 6.7K lap per hour - Last one standing format
6.7km
1 x 6.7K lap per hour - 6 Hours
6.7km
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
1021 Kaiwhaiki Road, Whanganui 4575, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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