# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Sampaloc Lake Backyard Ultra
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 06:00 am (+08:00)
- **Event Description**: An inaugural test of will in San Pablo City, Laguna, where every step writes the beginning of a new endurance story.

BG Photo Credit: Ralph Daryl Manalastas

SAMPALOC LAKE BACKYARD ULTRA
San Pablo City, Laguna
May 30, 2026

𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 (from https://bigsbackyardultra.com/)
The Backyard Ultra is an ultramarathon where runners must complete a 4.16666-mile (6.706 km) loop every hour, in under 60 minutes, for as long as they can.

After each loop, the remaining time within the hour is used for recovery before the next start.

There is no predefined finish. The winner is the last runner able to complete a loop. If no runner finishes the final loop, there is no winner.

SAMPALOC LAKE BACKYARD ULTRA
Assembly and race bib claiming: 05:00AM
Race Briefing: 05:30AM
Gun Start: 06:00AM

𝐑𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐲𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚
1) Course
. Race route with a total (at least) of 6.7056 kilometers
2) Starting Corral
. Measured to fit entire starting field
. Corral stays the same size thru out the event
. Participants must be in the starting corral at the bell or is DQed
3) Starts
. Each loop starts precisely 1 hour after the last
. Warning must be given 3, 2, and 1 minutes prior to start
. All competitors must start at the bell (no late starts)
4) Loops
. Except for restrooms, competitor may not leave the course until each loop is completed
. No non-competitors on the course (including eliminated runners)
. No personal aid during a loop (common aid stations are allowed)
. Each loop must be completed within an hour to be counted… including the final lap.
. No artificial aids (including trekking poles)
. Slower runners must allow passes.
5) Timing
. Timing of the loops is optional
6) Winner/Results
. The winner is the last person to complete a loop
. All others are technically DNF
. Results of each runner in terms of distance covered are to be given.
. If no runner can complete one more loop than anyone else, there is no winner.
7) Cap
. Race must be open ended

Note:
Personal crews are allowed near the starting corral only

Mandatory items:
- headlamp (mandatory use 6PM to 6AM)
- cellphone
- water bottle
- whistle

Registration will open soon...
Organizer: The Pace Republic
Email: thepacerepublic@gmail.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/san-pablo/sampaloc-lake-backyard-ultra/200029942692905
- **Event Categories**: sports, workshops, trips-adventures, trekking
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 116

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: San Pablo
- **state**: LG
- **country**: Philippines
- **location**: Sampaloc Lake, San Pablo City
- **lat**: 14.0751501353
- **long**: 121.325756953
- **full address**: Sampaloc Lake, San Pablo City, Isawan sa Lake, 4000 San Pablo City, Philippines, San Pablo

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Sampaloc Lake Backyard Ultra
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/3e4c5fdde92b111a15e965a40248ef97a0a5a3178d0a7e78c4a7e3c50370a6dd-rimg-w1200-h630-dcf0eded-gmir?v=1776179525

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Sampaloc Lake Backyard Ultra being held?
  - **A:** Sampaloc Lake Backyard Ultra takes place on Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 06:00 am to Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 06:00 am at Sampaloc Lake, San Pablo City, Isawan sa Lake, 4000 San Pablo City, Philippines, San Pablo.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Sampaloc Lake Backyard Ultra?
  - **A:** Sampaloc Lake Backyard Ultra is organized by The Pace Republic.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Sampaloc Lake Backyard Ultra is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in San Pablo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 110+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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