Flag City Backyard Ultra
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Flag City Backyard Ultra
The Flag City Backyard Ultra is a last man standing event held at the Findlay Reservoir in Findlay, Ohio. Following the standard backyard ultra format, participants must complete a 4.167 mile (approximately 6.7 km) loop every hour, on the hour. The competition continues until only one runner remains to complete a loop alone. If no runner can complete one more loop than any other participant, the event concludes without a winner.
The course is located on the east side of the Findlay Reservoir and features zero elevation gain, no mud, and no roots. The terrain is a simple loop designed to be easy to navigate without the risk of getting lost. Because of the flat nature of the course, participants are encouraged to prepare for a long duration of running.
This is a self-supported event. No food, drinks, or supplies are provided to the participants. Runners must bring their own nutrition and hydration and should pack a headlamp for nighttime hours. Professional timing is provided using both ankle and bib tags, and live results are available online for spectators to follow in real time.
All registered participants receive a high-quality technical shirt. In terms of logistics, parking is available in the grass at the base of the reservoir, with drop-off access at the top. On-site camping is permitted the night before the race. While porta-johns are available on-site, there is no running water. This event serves as a Backyard Ultra Bronze Ticket event, offering the winner an invitation opportunity for further competition. Remaining funds after race expenses are donated to Habitat for Humanity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
