Last Stand 1776 Backyard Ultra and "Mini" Ultra

LAST STAND 1776 BACKYARD ULTRA June 13, 2026 • 7:00 AM • Midlothian, VA This isn’t just a race — it’s a mission. (as crazy as it might seem) On June 13th, step into a one‑of‑a‑kind endurance challenge honoring freedom, sacrifice, and America’s 250th birthday… with grit, determination and just a touch of insanity. Every step you take supports the Semper Fi Fund, providing critical assistance to wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and their families. Your miles have meaning. WHAT’S A BACKYARD ULTRA? A battle of grit, strategy, and mental toughness — not speed. Every hour on the hour, you run a 4.167‑mile loop. You have a one hour time limit to complete the loop. Finish in time? You earn the right to run again. Miss the cutoff? Your race ends. That’s the magic: it’s your race to run. One loop or twenty — you choose the challenge. Set a mileage goal. Hit a milestone. Chase a breakthrough. Go for the win. There are no losers… just some who last a little longer and go a little further. Can you dig deep enough to say “ONE MORE LOOP”? HOW FAR CAN YOU GO? Each loop unlocks a milestone: 1 loop — 4.12 miles — 5K 3 loops --- 10K 4 loops — 16.64 miles — Half Marathon 7 loops — 29.12 miles — Marathon 8 loops — 33.28 miles — 50K 13 loops — 54.08 miles — 50 Miles 15 loops — 62.4 miles — 100K 24 loops — 100 miles — The Big One How far will you go? WHY YOU CAN’T MISS THIS Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with purpose. Run under the big Virginia sky — trails, bridges, lakeside views. Test your body, mind, and spirit in a format that reveals who you are. Experience unmatched camaraderie: Runners lifting each other up Crews cheering every loop Spectators celebrating every finished loop Friendships forged mile after mile Run 1 loop or 10 — the encouragement only grows. Every finish line is a celebration. EVERY RUNNER RECEIVES A custom-designed race shirt and race swag you’ll actually want to wear. Take home the coveted "belt Buckle" This isn’t just a run — it’s a tribute. And if you’re the last one standing? Cash prize and The Sword of Honor — a symbol of grit, resilience, and Backyard Ultra spirit Only one runner will lift it. THE MINI ULTRA RETURNS Not ready for 30, 40, or 50 miles? Try the Last Stand 1776 Mini Ultra. Run 1 loop, 2, maybe 3. Pace a runner. Test the format. Experience the energy. Even one loop gives you a beautiful 4‑mile adventure — and a taste of something unforgettable. You might just catch the Ultra Bug. How will you answer the call? "One more loop."