Western Yards Last One Standing Backyard Ultra

Western Yards Last One Standing Backyard Ultra

Description: We are thrilled to announce that Western Yards Last One standing (LOS) is the official Connacht Backyard Ultra (BYU) event and is part of the All-Ireland BYU Championship 2025. What began as a vision has now become a reality!

Leinster will host the 2025 All Ireland championship final in August

Event Highlights:

Elevation:

A gentle elevation gain of just 20 meters per loop

Novices:

Don’t let the term ‘ultra’ put you off! This is a personal endurance challenge in which you see how far you can push yourself. If you're new to running and looking for a challenge that blends endurance, camaraderie, and fun, this BYU is the perfect event for you! No matter your pace or experience, this format lets you push your limits at your own speed, with support from fellow runners every step of the way. Whether it's your first mile or your hundredth, you'll find a welcoming community and an unforgettable experience. Lace up and give it a go—you might surprise yourself with what you can achieve!

Course Description

The 6.7 km course offers a perfect setting for the race, featuring a gentle elevation gain of just 20 meters per loop. Participants will run through picturesque landscapes, including lush fields and grassy paths along the Clarinbridge River. The route winds through the serene Kilcornan Woods and culminates in the historic Kilcornan Walled Garden, which is nearly 200 years old.

Participants run a 4.167-mile (6706 Meters) loop every hour, and are eliminated if they fail to complete a loop in an hour. The distance of each loop is equal to 100 divided by 24, so that a competitor runs 100 miles for a full day of competition.

There is no predefined finish. The winner is the competitor who completes a loop that no other competitors complete. If no competitor outlasts every other competitor, there is no winner.

A Backyard Ultra is a fantastic way for runners of all levels to challenge themselves, meet new people, and experience the thrill of endurance running in a supportive and exciting format. Whether you’re aiming to complete a few loops or go the distance, every participant is a winner for stepping up to the challenge!

BYU Rules Apply:

Each Yard starts precisely one hour after the last

Warning will be given at 3, 2, and 1 minute before the bell

All competitors must start at the bell (No late starts)

No non-competitors on the course. This includes eliminated runners.

No personal aid is permitted during a loop. Common aid stations are allowed.

Each loop must be completed within an hour to be counted. This includes the final lap.

No artificial aids including trekking poles can be used.

For detailed rules and guidelines, please visit

(https://backyardultra.com/rules/).

Winners / Results

The winner is the last person to complete a loop.

All other runners are technically DNF.

Results of all runners in terms of distance will be given.

Prizes

- Medals: Everyone who participates will receive a medal as a symbol of your endurance and determination.

- T-Shirts: All participants will also receive an event t-shirt to commemorate your experience.

- Winner: The only official winner is the Last One Standing—the runner who completes the most loops and outlasts all other participants. The winner will receive free entry into next year’s event to defend their title and will captain the Connacht team in the All-Ireland Championship Final.

Refunds

No Refunds: Please note that we have a strict no-refund policy for this event. Once your registration is complete, we are unable to offer a refund for any reason.

Deferrals

Injury or Illness: If you become injured and are unable to participate, you may request a deferral to next year’s event.

Deferral Deadline: Deferral requests must be submitted no later than 14 days before the event. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate deferral requests made after this deadline.

How to Request a Deferral: To request a deferral, please email us at galwaytrailrunningac@gmail.com with your registration details and a brief explanation of your situation.

Deferral Confirmation: Once your deferral request is approved, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to apply your deferral to next year’s event.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We’re looking forward to seeing you at the start line—whether it’s this year or next!