This event has been cancelled
This event was originally scheduled for 24 Oct, 2026 (Sat) but has been cancelled.
Saturday 24 October 2026
Wairarapa Backyard Ultra
Masterton, Lansdowne
The race
About this course
This endurance race format challenges participants to run a 6.71km loop every hour, with the objective of being the last runner remaining. Competitors must complete each lap within the hour, using any remaining time to rest and prepare for the next round. The event concludes when only one runner has completed more laps than the others.
Set against the backdrop of the Colin Pugh Sportsbowl, the course features a mix of trails, gravel roads, and brief pavement sections, providing a varied running experience through the picturesque Wairarapa countryside. The atmosphere is expected to be engaging, with community support contributing to the event’s energy.
Participation is capped at 150 runners, fostering a sense of camaraderie among competitors. This format encourages not only physical endurance but also strategic pacing and mental resilience.
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Distances
1 x 6.71K 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
Lansdowne, Masterton 5810, 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 If a listing looks out of date, or you need exact start lines and course maps, check the official source or email [email protected].
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