Tartarus Backyard Ultra

Tartarus Backyard Ultra : Spokane, WA

Tartarus Backyard Ultra is an endurance event held at Camp 7 in Riverside State Park near Spokane, Washington. The event runs two separate competitions: a running race and a rucking race. Each uses a repeating loop format where participants must complete the loop within one hour to continue.

Distances:

• 4.1667 mile loop for runners
• 2.2 mile loop for ruckers

The format is last person standing: the races continue in hourly loops until a single runner and a single rucker remain; the last person able to complete a loop is declared the winner in their division. At night the competition moves to an out-and-back section on the Centennial Trail and returns to the trail loop the following morning. Participants must be inside the start corral when the bell signals the next loop; late starts are not allowed and self-elimination ends a participant’s race. A start procedure uses whistle and bell signals and race director announcements.

Ruck rules set a minimum core weight: 30 pounds for participants over 150 pounds, and 20 pounds for those under 150 pounds; traditional rucks are required and vests are not permitted. Portable toilets are located near the start/finish, and nearby camping is permitted. Participants receive an event T-shirt and an additional acknowledgment. Fundraising may be used in lieu of paying the registration fee if minimum goals are met. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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