Old Tom Backyard

Old Tom Backyard

Old Tom Backyard is a Backyard Ultra held on private farm land in Manitoba. The format requires runners to complete a repeated loop called a "yard" of 4.167 miles (6.71 km) within each hourly interval. A new yard begins every hour until only one runner remains; that final runner is declared the winner and all other participants receive a DNF designation.

The event takes place on trails and roads across the farm and features a tent village and on-site camp facilities for participants. Organizers publish live results and a livestream of the starting corral. Group runs are held before the race to preview the course, which is run with permission from local landowners.

The event has a merchandise store that opens for limited preorders and some race-day availability. Sponsors support prize money tied to specific achievements on home soil, including named awards for the last runner standing, an assist payout, and a course record bonus. The 2026 edition reported a full field with a waitlist and noted multiple runners who reached or exceeded 100 miles.

Logistics mentioned on event pages include package pickup and tent setup windows prior to the race and a corral staging process before each loop. The description above reflects the event format, on-site environment, and selected features that are part of Old Tom Backyard. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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