Backyard Ultra Vänge
Road runs in Sweden, Vänge
About
A backyard ultra where every hour one lap of 6.706 km must be completed. 24 laps equal 100 miles (161 km), the benchmark for ultralong-distance running. The event continues until only one runner remains, who is declared the sole winner.
Catering & aid stations
Not specified on the site.
Pacers
Not applicable — the Backyard Ultra format does not use pacers. Each hour a new wave starts: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, etc. The course is one repeatable 6.706 km loop.
Results
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Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
What's included in entry
- Event participation
FAQ
What is the Backyard Ultra format?
Each hour, one 6.706 km lap must be completed. 24 laps equal 100 miles (161 km). The event runs hour by hour until only one runner remains; that person is the sole winner.
Is it timed or loop-based?
Loop-based: every hour a new lap starts. You choose your pace per lap—fast to earn more rest or slower to conserve energy.
Can anyone participate?
Yes—Backyard Ultra is open to all regardless of gender, age, or fitness level.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:15:13 AM
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