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Cobb & Co Backyard Ultra

A Queensland backyard ultra at Cobb & Co Nine Mile Camping Grounds, with a campsite base for runners and crews between hourly loops.

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Event dates, entry rules, qualification standards, and course details can change. Always verify current information on the official event website before registering or booking travel.

Event Overview

Listed edition overview
DateNov 14, 2026
LocationTandur, Queensland, Australia
FormatBackyard Ultra
TerrainTrail
RegionOceania
Distance / duration6.7 km every hour
Course modelLoop
CutoffOne hour per yard; no fixed overall finishing time.
Start6:00 AM Saturday
HighlightsCampsite Base, Last Runner Standing

Course & Terrain

An hourly 6.7 km loop based at Nine Mile Camping Grounds.

Entry & Logistics

Listed qualification and support details
Registration and feesCheck the official event website for current availability, deadlines, prices, taxes, and refund terms.

Why This Race Matters

Cobb & Co Backyard Ultra is a useful reference point for runners comparing backyard ultra events. Its format, terrain, and support model shape the kind of preparation required: not just fitness, but pacing discipline, nutrition planning, foot care, and the ability to make good decisions under fatigue.

Planning Notes

  • Practice the exact hourly routine: loop, eat, foot check, bottle refill, and back to the start. The format rewards repeatability.
  • Train for terrain-specific fatigue. Technical trails and mountain courses demand downhill durability, hiking efficiency, and reliable night lighting.
  • The directory marks this as having comparatively simpler logistics. That editorial label is not a safety rating; verify cutoffs, terrain, support, crew access, and withdrawal procedures.

Verification & Sources

Verification scope: the listed edition's date, location, format, and available logistics were checked against the event-specific official sources below during the directory review dated September 22, 2026. Organizers can revise details after review.

  1. Organizer's 2026 event and registration — https://raceroster.com/events/2026/117975/cobb-and-co-backyard-ultra
  2. Multiday Running event directory review scope: September 22, 2026.