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Frankie's Vertical Backyard Ultra

Mabou, Canada • 26 Sep 2026

Frankie's Vertical Backyard Ultra

Frankie's Vertical Backyard Ultra takes place at 220 Angus Archie Rd, Mabou, Nova Scotia, Canada. Described as Canada's first "vertical" backyard ultra, the event features an approximately 4 km loop with 370 m of ascent and descent per circuit.

Standard backyard ultra rules apply: each participant has one hour to complete the roughly 4 km loop. Free camping is available at the start and finish for runners and crew during the event. Water and Tailwind will be provided throughout the event.

The registration fee is CA$94.04 and includes race swag, insurance, and a CA$10 donation to the Mabou food bank. Ten dollars from every registration fee will be donated to the Mabou food bank. Prize payouts include CA$750 for the winner and CA$250 for the assist. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Race information

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Backyard Ultra Loop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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