Frankie's Vertical Backyard Ultra

Frankie's Vertical Backyard Ultra

Canada's first "vertical" backyard ultra! An "Everest" every 24 hours in lovely Mabou, Nova Scotia! This event takes place on the historic property of Frankie and his family, offering a stunning setting with a 370m ascent and descent every loop.

Everyone has 1 hour to complete the ~4km route, and standard 'backyard ultra' rules apply. Free camping at the start/finish is available for runners and their crew. Water and Tailwind will be provided throughout the event.

$10 from every registration fee will be donated to the Mabou food bank. Prizes include $750 for the winner and $250 for the assist.

Fun facts about vertical gain:

• 1 loop: More vertical than the high point in PEI (142m)
• 2 loops: More vertical than high points in NS & ON (693m)
• 4 loops: More vertical than high points in MB, NB, & SK (1392m)
• 8 loops: More vertical than high points in QC, NL, NU & NWT (2773m)
• 11 loops: More vertical than the high point in AB (3747m)
• 13 loops: More vertical than the high point in BC (4673m)
• 17 loops: More vertical than the highest point in Canada, Mt. Logan in the Yukon (5956m)

Event Schedule:

• Friday, September 25, 2026: Check-in begins 3:00 p.m. - ends 9:00 p.m.
• Saturday, September 26, 2026: Check-in begins 7:30 a.m. - ends 8:45 a.m.
• Saturday, September 26, 2026: Frankie's Vertical Backyard begins at 9:00 a.m. ADT.