4th Annual MetroWest Backyard Ultra

4th Annual MetroWest Backyard Ultra

  • ALL AGES

Get ready for the 4th Annual MetroWest Backyard Ultra, where you'll run loops in a backyard ultra format until only one person remains.

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By Needham Running Club
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2 years on Eventbrite 📈

Date and time

Location

1380 Central Ave, Needham, MA, USA

1380 Central Avenue Needham, MA 02492 United States

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


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Let's make this race one to remember! 🏆🏁

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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. Bill.Gall3@Gmail.com


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2024 Race Results and review.

Ultra Race Results can be found HERE

MassUltra article and pictures on Facebook found HERE


2023 Mass Ultra article - great article

2022 Mass Ultra article - cool article

Frequently asked questions

How long is the out and back?

4.125-mile loop in the unique Backyard format.

Will there be Handicap parking?

Yes

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19 followers
2 years on Eventbrite
Sep 27 · 8:00 AM EDT