Grit City Backyard Ultra
- Date Sun 3rd October 2027
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Tacoma, Washington
- Price $50.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable challenge at the Grit City Backyard Ultra on Sunday, October 3, 2027, in the vibrant heart of Tacoma, Pierce! This exciting event features a unique twist on the backyard ultra format, with participants tackling a scenic 3.33-mile loop that showcases the stunning Bridge of Glass, the renowned Glass Museum, and the iconic Tacoma Dome.
Over the course of 15 exhilarating hours, competitors will race against the clock, completing laps every hour on the hour. Whether you aim to finish all 15 laps, totaling a remarkable 50 miles, or simply enjoy the camaraderie and fun of the event, the Grit City Backyard Ultra promises an experience like no other. Embrace the joy of the journey, refuel with a grilled cheese between loops, and cheer on fellow runners as they push their limits. Bring your support crew to keep spirits high and motivation strong! Join us for a day filled with adventure, community, and the breathtaking views of downtown Tacoma!
Over the course of 15 exhilarating hours, competitors will race against the clock, completing laps every hour on the hour. Whether you aim to finish all 15 laps, totaling a remarkable 50 miles, or simply enjoy the camaraderie and fun of the event, the Grit City Backyard Ultra promises an experience like no other. Embrace the joy of the journey, refuel with a grilled cheese between loops, and cheer on fellow runners as they push their limits. Bring your support crew to keep spirits high and motivation strong! Join us for a day filled with adventure, community, and the breathtaking views of downtown Tacoma!
Organiser's Description
FIFTEEN HOURS. HOURLY LOOPS THROUGH DOWNTOWN TACOMA. SEE HOW FAR YOU GET.
The Grit City Backyard Ultra is Tacomas take on the backyard ultra format: a 3.33-mile loop through downtown Tacoma featuring the Bridge of Glass, the Glass Museum, the Tacoma Dome, and generally gorgeous city views repeated every hour on the hour for up to 15 hours. Show up to the corral in time for the next lap, or take an honorable DNF! Complete all 15 laps 50 miles total and youre a finisher!
Dont let the big numbers discourage you finishing the race is not an expected goal for most participants but having fun is! This race is about the hours in between: watching the course empty out lap by lap, grabbing a grilled cheese between loops, and seeing whos still moving as the day wears on. Bring a crew if you can someone at the corral to hand you food, fresh socks, and a reason to keep going will make the day all the merrier!
The Grit City Backyard Ultra is Tacomas take on the backyard ultra format: a 3.33-mile loop through downtown Tacoma featuring the Bridge of Glass, the Glass Museum, the Tacoma Dome, and generally gorgeous city views repeated every hour on the hour for up to 15 hours. Show up to the corral in time for the next lap, or take an honorable DNF! Complete all 15 laps 50 miles total and youre a finisher!
Dont let the big numbers discourage you finishing the race is not an expected goal for most participants but having fun is! This race is about the hours in between: watching the course empty out lap by lap, grabbing a grilled cheese between loops, and seeing whos still moving as the day wears on. Bring a crew if you can someone at the corral to hand you food, fresh socks, and a reason to keep going will make the day all the merrier!
Races
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Gcbyu 2027
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 3rd October 2027 (8:00AM PDT)
$50.00
OPENS 04 APR 27
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712 E 35th St, Tacoma, 98404, WA, United States
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