Cancelled Event

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Due to overnight permitting issues with Santa Clara County, we are unable to host this event as planned. While this version is canceled, we are looking at new locations and new dates for this event, hopefully with a relaunch in 2024!

Please be on the lookout for a relaunch later this season! Thank you!
- Ken & Ben

About

The Bay Area Backyard Ultra (aka "The Ranch"): Check out the thrill of a Last Person Standing-style race set at the scenic Joseph Grant County Park in Santa Clara County. On May 4th, 2024 participants will continually tackle a 4.16 mile loop until the last person drops!

With each loop completed within an hour, whether you're a 100 mile+ runner or someone new to the trails, this event is great for all. Push your limits beyond what you thought possible.

Prepare to test your mettle, embrace endurance, and become a part of this trailblazing tradition. Join us on May 4th, 2024, for the Bay Area Backyard Ultra, where the clock is ticking, and the trail is calling – how far will you push yourself?

Presented by: Bad Luck Run Club and Skybreaker Racing

Format

At the top of each hour, runners must START the next 4.16 mile lap and END the previous lap. Failing to show up at the top of the hour at the start line will disqualify you from the next lap and the race ends there for you. Last person standing wins! The trail is very runnable with double wide trails and no large climbs, perfect for going the distance.

While you may not be going for the win, this is a great opportunity at getting a new distance PR. You will definitely surprise yourself.

4.16 Mile course: Strava Map

If you're looking to run over 24 hours and truly be the Last Person Standing, please sign up for our "Last Person Standing" event that starts on Friday at 5:00PM.

If you're not looking to run over 24 hours and would like to simply challenge yourself, please sign up for our "Mini - Last Person Standing" event that starts on Saturday at 9:00AM.

The "Mini"

Want to run our Last Person Standing style race but you know you're not crushing 100+ miles? Maybe your goals are more reasonable, like 16 miles or 60 miles, then sign up for our "Mini" Last Person Standing event!

The Mini starts on Saturday morning at 9:00AM, has a 24 hour limit, and is a cheaper alternative. Plus you'll still get to run the 4.16 mile in 1 hour format!

Awards

All runners will receive a Bay Area Backyard Ultra long sleeve zipup, free Athletic Brewing Beer (NA Beer) and wood carved finishers award for the furthest distance they completed out of the following: 13M, 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M.

Aid Stations & Add-Ons

There are no "on course" aid stations but there will be a fully stocked aid stations at the Ranch House for runners to use. Additionally, all runners will be given a parking spot near the start / finish line and may utilize the grassy area near the start line to serve as a personal aid station area.

Additionally, we're offering participants tent rental packages to lessen the burden of hauling and setting up your equipment. For an additional fee, we'll provide the following gear, with set up, in the grassy area near the start / finish line:
Full Package - $270 - A space closest to the start line, a 10'x10' popup tent (with x3 side walls), 6' folding table (x1), and chair (x1).
Tent Package - $170 - A space near the start line, a 10'x10' popup tent (with x3 side walls).

Refunds

Refunds will not be issued by Bad Luck Run Club nor by Skybreaker Racing. Should an event be canceled due to permitting issue(s), some form of refund or deferral/credit will be issued, at the discretion of the race director(s). Under certain exceptional circumstances, deferral/future event credit may be issued to individuals, but will be at the sole discretion of the race director(s), on a per case basis.

Event's current local time: 9:44 AM PT