Scouts Honour Backyard Ultra 2027

Question 1

How does the backyard event work?

Accepted Answer

Every hour, on the hour, runners complete one 6.7056km loop of the course in the form of 2 laps.

Question 2

What happens if i don't finish in time?

Accepted Answer

If you do not complete before the next hour begins or you fail to start the next loop on the hour.

You will record a DNF (Did not finish)

There are no exceptions. Thats the backyard rule

Question 3

Can i have a crew?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Runners can have crew support and set up their own base area within the designated event space. However this will be tent and gazebo only.

ANY Vehicles will be required to park in the carpark around 100m away.

Backyard is about smart recovery between loops.

So plan accordingly

Question 4

Is food provided?

Accepted Answer

There will be limited sponsor nutrition, food and snacks available throughout.

However, this is a self supported event, so please bring everything you need to fuel yourself for the duration.

Question 5

How long does the event last?

Accepted Answer

The event continues until only one runner completes a loop within the time limit.

There is no fixed finish time

Question 6

Where can i park?

Accepted Answer

There is a car park on the site. However, there will not be space within the base for Vehicles of any sort including cars and campers.

Inside the base, where the start line is located, will itself be strictly for gazebos and tents.

Question 7

What should i bring?

Accepted Answer

Recommended gear includes but is not limited to - Shelter: Tent or Gazebo, A Comfortable Chair or Camp Bed, Lighting/Headtorch and batteries (Essential kit for night), Thick Coat, Blanket, or Sleeping Bag, Spare Clothing (For All Weathers). Nutrition & hydration for extended efforts.

Question 8

If i stop can i leave?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can stop and leave whenever you wish or stay to support the other runners.

Question 9

Will there be access to Electricity at the event?

Accepted Answer

Athletes must plan to race completely self sufficient. We cannot provide electric for personal use. Bring any power banks or charging solutions you need and assume you will not have access to mains power.

Question 10

Is first aid available?

Accepted Answer

First aid is available during the event. In case of an emergency, reach out to a staff member.

Question 11

Are Spectators welcome?

Accepted Answer

Spectators are welcome, and nothing is better than being cheered on by friends and family. However we cannot guarantee that there will be efficient parking as these will be prioritised for our runners first.

You can however reach the site on foot if desired

Question 12

What are the rules of the race?

Accepted Answer

Backyard Ultra Rules | Big's Backyard Ultra

The Official rules that we must follow during the race are on the website above

Question 13

Is there a contact email?

Accepted Answer

You can reach us at Team@moarevents.co.uk

Question 14

Can i use Poles?

Accepted Answer

No, poles and any other running aid is not allowed to be used in any of our backyard ultra events. As per the official rules

Scouts Honour Backyard Ultra 2027

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