Morocco Backyard Ultra

Morocco flag Salé, Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Morocco

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Morocco Backyard Ultra worldsmarathons.com
Date 27 Mar – 28 Mar, 2027
Races 1 distance
Entry fee $68.15
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Morocco Backyard Ultra

About the event

On March 27, 2027, runners will converge at an undisclosed location for a grueling endurance test known as Lazarus Lake's Loop Challenge. Created by the mastermind behind the legendary Barkley Marathons, this unique event features a single 6.706 km loop that participants must complete repeatedly within strict time constraints.
Each hour marks the start of a new loop for those still in contention, with runners required to finish each lap within an hour or be disqualified. If you manage to wrap up your current loop early, you can take a brief rest before starting again at the next hourly interval. This strategic window allows competitors to either push harder on subsequent loops or conserve energy during their limited downtime.
The race continues until only one runner remains, making them the sole finisher and winner of the event by completing just one final lap alone under the watchful eye of fellow racers who have dropped out along the way. The Loop Challenge is a test not just of physical endurance but also mental fortitude as runners navigate the relentless pace and pressure to stay ahead in this solitary battle against time.
The atmosphere is intense, with each passing hour bringing a new wave of challenges for those brave enough to attempt it.

Races offered

27Mar

Morocco Backyard Ultra

Running

Distance
6.7K
Countdown
145 days
Entry fee
$68.15

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for March in Salé.

Temperature12.0° / 19.3°
Feels like9.9° / 17.5°
Sunshine hours9h 32m
Rainfall3.6 mm
Snowfall—
Wind12.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity80.6%
Max UV indexModerate (4.0)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:35
Sunset19:35

About Salé

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Salé is a city in northwestern Morocco, on the right bank of the Bou Regreg river, opposite the national capital Rabat, for which it serves as a commuter town. Along with some smaller nearby towns, Rabat and Salé together form a single metropolitan area.

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