SRC Presents: A Backyard Ultra
- Date Sat 13th December 2025 - Sun 14th December 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Hauppauge, New York
- Price $28.45 - $107.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the SRC Presents: A Backyard Ultra, taking place from December 13th to 14th, 2025, in the scenic Smithtown, Suffolk. This unique ultra event is designed for runners who thrive on endurance rather than speed, as participants will tackle a challenging 4.167-mile loop every hour on the hour. The competition continues until only one person remains who can successfully complete the distance within the time limit, making it a true test of stamina and willpower.
Long Island boasts a vibrant running culture, and this event provides a rare opportunity for trail and ultra running enthusiasts to come together for an exhilarating challenge. Not only will you be pushing your limits, but a portion of the proceeds will also support the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference, ensuring that the beautiful trails remain well-maintained for future generations. Don't miss your chance to be part of this exciting event—mark your calendars and join fellow runners for an adventure that promises camaraderie, competition, and a celebration of the great outdoors!
Long Island boasts a vibrant running culture, and this event provides a rare opportunity for trail and ultra running enthusiasts to come together for an exhilarating challenge. Not only will you be pushing your limits, but a portion of the proceeds will also support the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference, ensuring that the beautiful trails remain well-maintained for future generations. Don't miss your chance to be part of this exciting event—mark your calendars and join fellow runners for an adventure that promises camaraderie, competition, and a celebration of the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
2025 DATE - DECEMBER 13TH
Long Island has a rich and deep running culture. There are multiple events every weekend to choose from. However, runners that enjoy longer race distances or trail events have only a few options to choose from over the course of the entire year. This event will provide an opportunity for those that enjoy ultra or trail running to participate in a unique event. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference, who help maintain the trails on Long Island.
A backyard ultra is not a race to see who is the fastest but see who can endure the longest. Participants will run 4.167 miles every hour on the hour, but will be required to drop out if they cannot complete the distance in that time period. The final competitor to be able to complete a full loop will be declared the winner.
Bib Pick Up
Bib numbers will be assigned at check in.
You can pick up your bib early from Smithtown Running Company:
Thursday, December 11th - 11 am - 7 pm
Friday, December 12th - 11 am - 5 pm
Race morning you can pick up your bib starting at 6:45 am from the start/finish line area.
THERE WILL BE NO ON-SITE SIGN UPS ON THE MORNING OF 12/13 AT BLYDENBURGH COUNTY PARK. YOU CAN ONLY PICK UP YOUR BIBS, IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY DONE SO.
Long Island has a rich and deep running culture. There are multiple events every weekend to choose from. However, runners that enjoy longer race distances or trail events have only a few options to choose from over the course of the entire year. This event will provide an opportunity for those that enjoy ultra or trail running to participate in a unique event. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference, who help maintain the trails on Long Island.
A backyard ultra is not a race to see who is the fastest but see who can endure the longest. Participants will run 4.167 miles every hour on the hour, but will be required to drop out if they cannot complete the distance in that time period. The final competitor to be able to complete a full loop will be declared the winner.
Bib Pick Up
Bib numbers will be assigned at check in.
You can pick up your bib early from Smithtown Running Company:
Thursday, December 11th - 11 am - 7 pm
Friday, December 12th - 11 am - 5 pm
Race morning you can pick up your bib starting at 6:45 am from the start/finish line area.
THERE WILL BE NO ON-SITE SIGN UPS ON THE MORNING OF 12/13 AT BLYDENBURGH COUNTY PARK. YOU CAN ONLY PICK UP YOUR BIBS, IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY DONE SO.
Races
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A Backyard Ultra
Incl. $7.80 Fee & Backyard Ultra Flag
Sat 13th December 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$107.80
Participants will run 4.167 miles every hour on the hour, but will be required to drop out if they cannot complete the distance in that time period. -
The 1 Lapper
Incl. $3.45 Fee
Sun 14th December 2025 (9:30AM EST)
$28.45
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