Die to Run Backyard Ultra
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Die to Run Backyard Ultra
Die to Run Backyard Ultra is a Last Person Standing running event held at Airport Hanger 3, Hatbox Sports Complex in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Each hour a six-sided die is rolled live to determine the out-and-back lap distance, which ranges from 1 to 6 miles.
The course is a flat out-and-back on the paved Hatbox path. Runners must complete the designated distance within a 60-minute cutoff to be eligible for the next lap. Runners who are not in the starting corral when the next lap begins are disqualified.
Several roll-modifying rules change distances as the event progresses: during the first two hours any roll of 5 or 6 becomes 4; after 6 hours a roll of 1 becomes 3; after 12 hours a roll of 2 becomes 4; after 18 hours a roll of 3 becomes 5; and after 24 hours a roll of 4 becomes 6.
On-course personal aid is not allowed, but runners may carry their own supplies; all aid is at the main aid station at the start/finish area. Crew support is allowed only in the designated base camp area. Participants must stay on the marked course and reach each hour’s turnaround point.
A runner is eliminated for failing to complete a lap within the hour or for missing the next start. The event continues until one runner completes a final loop and is declared the winner; others are recorded as DNF. The Race Director has final authority. Every finisher receives a solid cedar 3.5" x 3.5" wooden die laser-engraved on-site with name and mileage. The event proceeds in most weather but may be paused or canceled for severe conditions; registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
