The M*A*S*H Backyard Ultra starting on 17 January 2026 over Wellington Anniversary weekend, is based at Queen Elizabeth Park, Kāpiti Coast.
Complete a Yard (6.71km course), within the hour, every hour, otherwise you’re out. The winner is the runner who completes one more Yard than everyone else. 1 x 6.71K per hour - Last one standing format
The 2026 event is one of four silver ticket events in NZ. This means the M*A*S*H 2026 winner will have a guaranteed spot on the 15 strong NZ team for the October '26, Backyard Ultra World Team Championship.
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