Jordan River Blitz Backyard
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Jordan River Blitz Backyard
The Jordan River Blitz Backyard is a looped Backyard Ultra held on the paved Jordan River trail with a start and finish at East River Front Park. The trail segment used has no road crossings, abundant parking, and a roomy start/finish area with pavilion, playground, and shade trees. The event is scheduled for October 17, 2026.
The format uses a single 4.167 mile loop that runners must complete once every hour. Options available:
- 4 Hour Blitz : repeat the 4.167 mile loop each hour
- 8 Hour Blitz : repeat the 4.167 mile loop each hour
- 12 Hour Blitz : repeat the 4.167 mile loop each hour
The Blitz variation records and times every loop. Placement is determined first by distance completed and then by cumulative time across completed laps for runners with the same distance. Live results are provided and show each runner’s individual lap times and cumulative totals.
Course navigation is by pink flags, cones, and signs. The finish area is described as well stocked with snacks and Tailwind electrolyte drink; Great Harvest Bread is provided at the conclusion of the 4 Hour event and pizza at the conclusion of the 8 Hour and 12 Hour events. All runners who complete at least one loop receive a finisher medal; runners who complete 12 loops receive a custom leather patch beanie. Event rules include no artificial aid or pacers, completion of each loop within the hour for credit, and courteous passing on course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
