Sat, 24 Oct
|Colin Pugh Sports Bowl
Wairarapa Backyard Ultra
Test your limits in the beautiful Wairarapa countryside.
Time & Location
24 Oct 2026, 9:00 am
Colin Pugh Sports Bowl, Lansdowne, Masterton 5810, New Zealand
About the event
ACM are pleased to be partnering with Andy Kerr to bring you the inaugural Wairarapa last-person-standing endurance challenge on Labour Weekend
The Wairarapa Backyard Ultra, a true test of grit and determination, unfolds against the picturesque backdrop of Masterton's natural beauty. Each demanding lap of this unique race offers a blend of tranquil riverside paths, scenic lakeside vistas, and the ever-present challenge of the Wairarapa elements.
Starting Point: Colin Pugh Sports Bowl
The journey for each athlete begins at the heart of the action, the Colin Pugh Sports Bowl. From this central hub, runners embark on a course that quickly immerses them in the region's serene landscape. The initial stretch guides participants alongside the meandering Waipoua River, its gentle flow a calming contrast to the internal struggle that will surely unfold over the hours.
Sounds like your thing - go to the website to read all about it and enter.