January Backyard Ultra 2026 (12hr + 6hr)
What a day! The Backyard Ultra 12hr & 6hr delivered grit, community, and some seriously inspiring performances from start to finish.
This event was never just about distance — it was about showing up every hour, supporting one another, and seeing how deep you could dig. We couldn’t be prouder of every runner who stepped up.
12-Hour Event Highlights
• 53 runners
• 100% completion through the first 5 laps
• The real grind began after lap 6
• 80% of runners still standing after 12 hours
• 8 women (15%) on the start line
12hr Podium – Final Lap Times
Men: 22:58 | 24:25 | 25:26
Women: 31:41 | 32:34 | 38:53
6-Hour Event Highlights
• 34 runners
• 100% completion through 2 laps
• 91% reached the final lap
• Strong female turnout: 14 women (41%)
6hr Podium – Final Lap Times
Men: 26:07 | 26:44 | 26:55
Women: 28:40 (Joint 1st) | 28:40 (Joint 1st) | 31:05
Event Support – Precision Hydration & Fuel
A huge thank you to Precision Hydration & Fuel for supporting runners on the day.
As a thank you, all participants can enjoy 15% off using the code below:
LHGBYU-CONGRATS-15
https://sweattest.precisionhydration.com/discount/LHGBYU-CONGRATS-15
You can also:
• Plan your next race using their online Fuel & Hydration Planner:
https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/
• Speak to one of their experts in a free 1-1 video consultation:
https://www.precisionhydration.com/video-consultations/
Thanks to AlbonApp
If you’re looking for additional trail or ultra training and want to get more from your Strava data, we highly recommend AlbonApp.
Website: www.albon.app
Instagram: @albonapp
Event Photos
Please feel free to download, share, and tag accordingly:
PFH Photos:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/Wa3cqWhsV8iTrfkE9
AlbonApp Photos:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/EbutH6nBMp1ua4eG7
Photos of Places I’ve Been – Tom Williams:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/fVzQ9y9rcTZTCtREA
Thank you again to every runner, volunteer, supporter, and partner who made this event such a success. We hope to see you on the start line again soon.
— Backyard Ultra Team