Kent Backyard Ultra Series - Dover

Question 1

Q: What actually is a Backyard Ultra?

Accepted Answer

It’s deceptively simple. You run a 4.176-mile loop every hour, on the hour.
You keep going until only one person finishes a loop alone.
Everyone else gets a DNF — and yes, we celebrate those too.

Question 2

Q: What happens if I don’t make it back in time?

Accepted Answer

You’re out. No exceptions. Miss the start bell or take longer than 60 minutes? That’s your last loop. You’ll be listed with your total Yards completed — and probably still be our hero.

Question 3

Q: Can I leave the course mid-loop?

Accepted Answer

Only for emergencies (or the loo). You can’t pop to your car, see your crew, or leave the course for a tactical nap — not during a loop. Between loops, go wild (within reason).

Question 4

Q: Can I use trekking poles, headphones, pacers, etc.?

Accepted Answer

Yes to head phone but why would you want to when your surrounded by so many awsome people

No poles
No pacing or external support on the loop
No mechanical aids
It’s just you, your legs, and your mindset out there.

Question 5

Q: Can I run with my dog?

Accepted Answer

We love dogs — but not on the course. This event is strictly human-powered.

Question 6

Q: Is food provided?

Accepted Answer

We provide basics like tea and water, but this is a self-supported race. Bring your nutrition plan — and enough to fuel many hours on your feet.

Question 7

Q: Is food provided?

Accepted Answer

We provide basics like tea and water, but this is a self-supported race. Bring your nutrition plan — and enough to fuel many hours on your feet.

Hellfire Events Ltd

Kent Backyard Ultra Series - Dover

Kent Backyard Ultra Series - Dover

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