The Farthest
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The Farthest
Event taking place in London, Ontario, Canada on June 20, 2026. This is not a virtual race: all runners start at the same location and have a set time limit to get as far away from that start as possible.
Each runner chooses their own route. Final placement is determined by the straight-line distance from the start point, "as the crow flies". Sub-events:
- 8 hours for The Farthest
- 4 hours for Half-Farthest
- 2 hours for Quarter-Farthest
Key rules and requirements: safety is the priority; use sidewalks when available and obey traffic signals; running on major highways is prohibited. Live tracking via Google Maps is required and runners must text their current location every two hours. A race bib will be provided and must be worn. Support crews and pacers are allowed, but runners must always travel under their own power; being transported disqualifies a runner. Each runner must provide an emergency and end-of-run pick up contact before the event.
Entry and limits: application is required, the event is capped at 30 runners, minimum age is 18. Some applicants may be invited and runners who have completed 15 loops or more at the Persistence Backyard Ultra are automatically accepted. Entry for sub-events often requires an access code. There are no refunds; event credit policies apply before and after May 20. Participants receive a souvenir drinking glass and a poker chip; a portion of proceeds will be donated to the Children's Health Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
