Just one more yard

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Just one more yard |

The First Yard

This is your stepping stone, your initiation into the world of ultra running. Completing one lap or 'yard' is an achievement in itself, the first taste of the challenge ahead

1 Yard | 6.706km

Half Marathon

This milestone nearly equates to completing a half marathon, marking the early stages of your ultra running journey and the first significant endurance hurdle

3 Yards | 20.1km

The Marathon

Conquering six laps is just shy of a standard marathon distance. This is for those who thrive on the thrill of pushing limits

6 Yards | 40.2km

One Hundred Kilometres

Embark on an epic journey to complete 15 laps, reaching the coveted 100km mark. This is where legends start to take shape.

15 Yards | 100.5km

One Hundred Miles

This remarkable feat equals a miler, pushing beyond the edges of the extraordinary. This is the yardstick for ultra trail runners.

24 Yards | 160.9km

Sydney’s Backyard Ultra Record

The current yard record is held by Jonathan Ash, who in April of 2024 completed 42hrs and was the last one standing at Sydney’s Backyard Ultra

42 Yards | 281.8km

Two Hundred Miles

This milestone represents the courage to break boundaries and venture beyond conventional distances. This is for those who seek the extraordinary.

48 Yards | 321.8km

The Cusp

A step into global contention, matching the current world record. This milestone represents your remarkable grit, standing shoulder to shoulder with the world's most elite ultra-runners

108 Yards | 724.2km

The New Record Holder

Surpass the current world record and etch your name in ultra running history. This is the ultimate test of endurance and grit, the pinnacle of achievement at Bricks Backyard Ultra

109 Yards | 730.9km