Momentus Backyard Ultra
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Momentus BackYard Ultra - Monroe, NC
Momentus BackYard Ultra is a Backyard Ultra held at Williams Rushing Farm in Monroe, North Carolina. The event uses the official Backyard Ultra format: runners complete a 4.167 mile loop every hour, on the hour, and continue repeating the loop until only one runner remains. There is no predetermined distance or set finish.
The course mixes trail, grass, gravel, and private farm roads with rolling terrain and about 100 feet of elevation gain per loop. A spacious runner basecamp includes dedicated crew areas and spectator viewing access.
Race support includes a centrally located aid station supplying water, electrolytes, coffee, and basic snacks. Runners are expected to be largely self-supported and may receive personal aid and crew support only between loops in the designated basecamp area. Crew access rules limit each runner to one approved on-site vehicle in standard parking; oversized vehicles are directed to overflow parking.
Camping is allowed in the designated runner village from the published check-in time until the final runner finishes. Spectators are welcome and the weekend features live entertainment and food vendors. Typical early June weather in the area brings daytime highs in the upper 70s to mid 80s and overnight lows in the 60s. Runners who begin Loop 8 must have a designated driver or arranged transportation before leaving the property. Headphones are permitted at low volume. Leashed dogs are allowed in spectator and basecamp areas but are not permitted on the race course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
