4th Annual MetroWest Backyard Ultra

About this event

Event lasts 15 hours 30 minutes. ALL AGES. Free venue parking. Welcome to the MetroWest Backyard Ultra! Join us at 1380 Central Ave, Needham, MA, USA for a one-of-a-kind endurance event. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to test your limits in this exciting backyard ultra challenge. Runners will loop around a scenic course until only one person remains standing. Are you up for the challenge?

Get ready to push yourself to the limit and see how far you can go. Whether you're a seasoned ultra-runner or just looking for a new challenge, this event is perfect for anyone who loves to run. Don't miss out on this epic test of endurance!

For more information about the race, course details, and updates, please visit our official website: https://sites.google.com/site/needhamrunningclub

Race info:

Just like last year, we will be starting at 8:00 am and the format is the same.... every top of the hour we line up and run a 4.167-mile loop within the Needham town forest and part of the Needham Rail Trail. There will be one winner and everyone else wonderfully will receive a DNF. The winner - and only true finisher - is the last person running by themself. We will NOT be crossing any roads and this is a self-sufficient race. The route and start location are a little different than last year. We will be starting from Horsford Pond, which is a few feet from where we were last year. The route map is further down this page and the start/finish location is the Claxton Field quarry area, located across the street from the Needham Recycling Center on Central Ave. The route is 50% fire roads, 30% rail trail, 15% grass, <5% single track and 165 feet of total ascent/descent.

Logistics:

Bring whatever you need to run your loops. We will provide water, race logistics, and a great cheering section.

Race fee:

Only $30. Cash or Venmo. No refunds, no credit cards. Race fee: You can still sign up on race day but come early. Race fee on Race Day will be $40.

Race Start:

8:00 am Sharp. We are expecting around 170 people to attend and try their hand at this incredible race format. All the runners had a great time last year and we would like to replicate it for Sept 28th. Veteran Ultra runners and newbies are all welcomed.

Please reach out to Bill Gallagher if you would like to be a regular sponsor for this amazing Ultra. [email protected]