Sydney's Backyard Ultra
Saint Ives, Australia • 20 Sep 2025
Sydney's Backyard Ultra is a unique endurance running event held at St Ives Showground, Australia. Participants run a 6.71 km loop every hour, on the hour, with a strict one-hour time limit per loop. The race continues until only one runner remains who can complete the loop within the hour.
The course features 34 meters of elevation gain and is fully marked for easy navigation. The event emphasizes camaraderie, mental toughness, and sustainability, requiring runners to bring reusable cups and essential gear like head torches. Support crews are allowed with specific rules, and the race offers live streaming, premium shirts, and meaningful medals that reflect the distance covered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.