Perfect PR Backyard
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Perfect PR Backyard by the Ode - May 22, 2027
The Ode Races presents the Perfect PR Backyard, a Last Runner Standing event on May 22, 2027 in Clarkston, MI at Independence Oaks Park (9501 Sashabaw Road). The event uses a closed park loop that mixes wide, flat trails and multiple surfaces.
The course circles Crooked Lake on a roomy cinder path, includes a paved River loop through shaded woods, and connects to a boardwalk of more than 1,000 feet through a waterfowl preserve. The start/finish is sited near the Twin Chimneys area. Permanent park restrooms will be open, and organizers note expanded bathroom access, close-in parking, and a large roofed structure near the finish area.
The format is a Last Runner Standing event with a three-hour lap period. Contestants must provide their own aid; pacers are not permitted and crew are allowed. Each racer is allotted a chair/cooler space within 40 yards of the start/finish and may bring one sided canopy up to 10' x 10'. Water and Tailwind will be provided. Racers and crew must bring their own food starting in 2025. No hiking poles and no headphones are allowed on the trails. Alcohol is permitted.
Tent camping is available at Camp Wilderness bordering the course; campers pay $6 per person per night for access to camper shower facilities. One car per active racer may park at the start/finish; additional parking is within 500 yards.
Registration closes May 21 at 11:59 PM ET. Entry fees listed range from USD 66.23 to 131.28. Every entrant receives an Ode beanie or tech hat. Top finishers receive guaranteed entries and other entry discounts into future Ode to Laz races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
