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Start Every Hour
A new lap begins exactly on the hour. No late starts.
Relentless. Unbreakable. Last One Standing.
Honey Badger
Honey Badger
Backyard Ultra
One 6.706 km loop. Every hour. On the hour. No finish line. No second place. Just the rawest endurance test in the game.
Loop Distance
6.706 km
Format
Every Hour
Location
Old Bens Football Club
Date
18 July 2026
Goal
Last One Standing
The Race
This Is Not Your Typical Ultra
The Honey Badger Backyard Ultra is a war of attrition disguised as a race. Every hour, runners head back out to complete a 6.706 km loop. Finish inside the hour and you earn the right to start again. Fail to finish, miss the bell, or choose not to continue — and your race is over.
This continues until only one runner remains.
How It Works
The Rules Are Simple. The Challenge Is Not.
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Complete the Loop
You must finish the 6.706 km loop inside 60 minutes.
03
Recover Fast
Use the time left in the hour to rest, refuel, and reset.
04
Miss It, You’re Out
If you are not back in the start corral on time, your race ends.
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One Winner Only
The final athlete to complete a solo lap is crowned the champion.
More Than Distance
You Are Not Chasing a Finish Line. You Are Surviving Another Hour.
This race is not about pace alone. It is about managing effort, fighting fatigue, handling discomfort, and staying mentally locked in when your body wants out.
Physical endurance
Repetitive load, muscle fatigue, and recovery management.
Mental resilience
Staying sharp through pain, boredom, darkness, and sleep deprivation.
Smart strategy
Pacing, nutrition, hydration, and disciplined loop execution.
Pure grit
The will to stand up and go again when others stop.
Honey Badger Mentality
Built for the Relentless
The honey badger doesn’t scare easy. It doesn’t back down. It keeps going. That is the spirit behind this event.
This race is for runners who can stay calm under pressure, keep moving through discomfort, and show up for the next lap no matter what the last one took out of them.
- No excuses
- No easy miles
- No guaranteed finish
- No surrender
Course Map / GPX Preview
Course Preview
The Course
The course is designed to wear you down one honest lap at a time. Nothing fancy. Nothing hidden. Just a loop that becomes heavier, longer, and more personal with every passing hour.
Race Weekend
Basecamp. Bells. Long Nights.
From the first lap to the final bell, the event creates a rare atmosphere — part endurance challenge, part community, part survival test.
Basecamp
Your recovery zone between laps. Set up your tent, chair, nutrition, and support crew.
Night Running
As daylight fades, the real race begins. Headlamps on. Minds tested.
Community
A fierce but supportive atmosphere where every runner knows exactly what the others are facing.
Who Should Enter
Is This Race for You?
Ultra runners looking for a real mental and physical test
Trail runners ready to step beyond standard race formats
Endurance athletes who thrive under pressure
First-time backyard runners with smart pacing and discipline
Competitors who want to discover what happens after “enough”
Runners ready to embrace discomfort and keep coming back
Entries
Enter the Challenge
Choose your package and claim your place on the start line.
Standard Entry
R850
- Race access
- Official runner number
- Basecamp access
- Water points and aid support
- Finisher memento
Premium Entry
R1,150
- Everything in Standard
- Official event shirt
- Priority registration pack collection
- Sponsor goodies
- Premium racer perks
Crew Pass
R250
- Basecamp support access
- Crew briefing notes
- Support zone entry
- Weekend logistics guide
- Parking access
Recognition
Earned, Not Given
There is only one official finisher. The last athlete to complete a final solo lap will be named the Honey Badger Backyard Ultra champion and take the title of Last One Standing.
All other athletes receive an official result based on the number of loops completed.
What’s on the line
- Champion trophy
- Title of Last One Standing
- Milestone awards for major lap counts
- Permanent bragging rights
Rules Snapshot
Know the Format. Respect the Bell.
All runners must be in the start corral at the bell.
No late starts. No exceptions.
Each lap must be completed within the hour.
No unauthorized assistance on course.
Runners who cannot continue are marked DNF.
The race ends only when one runner completes a solo lap.
Schedule
Race Timeline
Friday
Registration & Setup
Registration, check-in, basecamp setup, and race briefing.
Saturday
Start of Race
Final call-up, start line briefing, and first loop begins.
Overnight
The Field Gets Smaller
Headlamps on, recovery tight, crew support active, and minds under pressure.
Sunday+
Until One Remains
The race continues until one runner completes the final solo lap.
FAQs
What Runners Need to Know
What is a backyard ultra?
A format where runners complete a 6.706 km loop every hour until only one athlete remains.
Do I need ultra experience?
No, but you do need discipline, sensible pacing, and a willingness to suffer smartly.
Can I have a support crew?
Yes. Crew support is allowed in the designated basecamp areas.
What happens if I finish early?
You may rest and recover until the next lap starts on the hour.
Is there camping?
Yes. Basecamp setup and overnight support are part of the race experience.
What gear is mandatory?
Mandatory gear list can include headlamp, hydration, weather layers, and emergency basics depending on final race rules.
Final Call
There’s No Finish Line. Only The Next Hour.
The question is not whether you can run one lap. The question is how many times you can come back.