ATHLETE GUIDE
Click here to download a copy of the 2024 Momentus Backyard Ultra Athlete Guide
DATE:
Saturday, June 1, 2024, starts at 8:00 AM
PLACE:
Williams Rushing Farm
7325 S. Rocky River Rd
Monroe, NC 28112
MANDATORY PRE-RACE ATHLETE MEETING & PACKET PICKUP:
*****ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND ONE OF THE ATHLETE MEETINGS*****
Option 1:
Thursday, May 30, 2024
6:00 - 7:00 PM, official meeting at 6:30 PM
Charlotte Running Company - Promenade
5355 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy #200
Charlotte, NC 28277
Option 2 RACE DAY:
Saturday, June 1, 2024
At the race site, near the start line
7:00 AM
Packets may be picked up at either of the athlete meetings.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
5:00 AM - Venue opens
6:00 AM to 7:15 AM - Packet Pickup
7:00 AM - Mandatory Athlete Meeting
7:15 AM - All athletes should be on site and checked in
8:00 AM - Backyard Ultra, Fun Run, Ruck Starts
PARKING:
There is plenty of parking available on site. Please follow “Event Parking” signs and directions of staff.
CAMP SITES:
Participants may set up personal aid stations or camp spots upon arrival. NO overnight camping on Friday night, and no access will be granted to the venue prior to 5:00 AM on Saturday.
BACKYARD ULTRA RULES:
Read the official Backyard Ultra rules below:
- The course is 4.167 miles long
- Runners must complete the course, called a “YARD”, within the hour
- Runners must be in the start box at the top of the hour. Any runner not in the start box by the time the next loop starts will receive a DNF
- Each YARD starts at the top of the hour. 3, 2, and 1 minute warnings will be given
- Runners have 1 hour to complete each YARD. If a runner finishes before the hour is up, they can use that additional time however they like but must report back to the start box before the next YARD starts
- All YARDS must be completed within one hour to be counted, including the last YARD
- Competitors may not leave the course during a YARD
- No assistance can be provided on the course; the runner cannot take aid or hand off gear to any person during the yard. Runners ay only receive aid after they complete a YARD and before re-entering the start box for the next YARD
- No non-competitors, including eliminated runners, are permitted on the course at any time
- Cheering and spectating allowed and encouraged from the Race Headquarters / Race Village ONLY
- Slower runners must allow others to pass
- No artificial aids (including trekking poles) are allowed
- If no runner can complete one more YARD within one hour alone, after all other runners DNF, there is no winner
ADDITIONAL DETAILS & RULES FOR MOMENTUS BACKYARD ULTRA & Fun Run/Ruck
Support and Gear:
Every runner is encouraged to bring their own crew and gear to enhance their racing experience.
Essentials: Hydration, food and personal comfort items
Optional: Tents, chairs, sleeping mats
Allowed: Contained cooking devices such as camping grills
NOT allowed: Ground camp fires
Please note: all support activities must be confined to the designated parking lot and Village areas.
PLEASE NOTE
- We will provide refillable water stations FOR RUNNERS ONLY
- Runners should come prepared with all necessary sustenance (aside from water) to fuel their endurance for the duration of the event
- Spectators and crew members must be fully self-sufficient regarding hydration and nutritional needs
Sustainability Efforts:
This is a cupless race. We will provide water refilling stations for RUNNERS ONLY, but runners must bring their own water bottle, cup or vest.
Safety Requirements:
All runners are required to use headlamps or personal illumination mechanisms after sunset.
Amenities Available On-Site:
EMT on site for duration of event
Light refreshments for sale, but these will be limited
Portable bathrooms on site
COURSE:
Course details can be viewed at: https://runsignup.com/Race/BackyardUltra/Page-3
