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The Sweaty Backyard Cox Ultra

Name: The Sweaty Backyard Cox Ultra
Start: 2025-07-26
End: 2025-07-26
Location: Concord

Concord, United States • 26 Jul 2025

The Sweaty Backyard Cox Ultra is an exciting running event held in the woods of Concord, NC, on the last Saturday of July. This unique Backyard Ultra features a loop course of 4.167 miles, with participants completing as many loops as possible within an hour. Runners must adhere to specific rules, including no personal aid during loops and the requirement to start at the sound of a bell. The event emphasizes endurance, with the last person to finish a loop declared the winner. This open-ended race promises a challenging and exhilarating experience for all participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Concord

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4 mi

4.167 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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